🧀 Cheesy Beef Tortellini Bake
Comforting, cheesy, and packed with savory flavor — this baked tortellini dish combines seasoned ground beef, tender cheese-filled pasta, rich tomato sauce, and layers of melted mozzarella. It’s perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, or meal prep.
🌿 Description
This hearty casserole brings together Italian-style flavors with minimal effort. The tortellini cooks right in the sauce, soaking up flavor while staying tender. Finished with bubbling cheese and baked until golden, it’s the kind of cozy meal everyone asks for again.
🍽️ Ingredients (Serves 6)
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1 lb (450g) ground beef
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1 (20 oz / 560g) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
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3 cups marinara sauce
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1 small onion (diced)
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2 cloves garlic (minced)
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Fresh parsley or basil (for garnish)
🔥 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2️⃣ Cook the Beef
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add onion and cook 3–4 minutes until soft.
Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
Add ground beef, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
3️⃣ Combine
Stir marinara sauce into the beef mixture.
Add uncooked tortellini and gently mix.
4️⃣ Assemble
Pour mixture into baking dish.
Top evenly with mozzarella and Parmesan.
5️⃣ Bake
Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes.
Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
🍴 Serving Ideas
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Serve with garlic bread
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Pair with a simple green salad
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Add roasted vegetables on the side
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I use frozen tortellini?
Yes — no need to thaw, just add 5–10 extra minutes of baking time.
Q: Can I make it ahead?
Yes. Assemble, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
Q: Can I substitute ground turkey?
Absolutely. Ground turkey or Italian sausage both work well.
Q: Can I add vegetables?
Yes! Spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini blend perfectly.
Q: How long does it store?
Refrigerate up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months.
