Description
Beef Tortellini Bake is a comforting, hearty dish that combines tender beef with pillowy tortellini and a rich, creamy sauce. Topped with gooey cheese and a crunchy breadcrumb layer, this family favorite is perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings. Easy to prepare and deliciously satisfying, it brings everyone to the table with smiles.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 12 oz fresh or frozen tortellini
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink. Stir in marinara sauce and heavy cream; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- Fold tortellini into the beef mixture until well coated.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the baking dish; top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
- Mix panko breadcrumbs with chopped basil; sprinkle over the cheese layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg