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Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole With Meat Sauce

A hearty baked tortellini casserole layered with rich meat sauce and gooey melted cheese, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

Casserole
  • 20 oz cheese tortellini
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Cook tortellini in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain.
  3. Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
  4. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
  5. Stir in marinara sauce and tomato paste; simmer 10 minutes.
  6. Combine tortellini with ricotta and half the meat sauce.
  7. Layer tortellini, sauce, and cheeses in baking dish.
  8. Bake covered 20 minutes, then uncover and bake 15 minutes until bubbly.

Notes

Let rest before serving for best texture.