Cheesy Baked Tortellini
Cheesy baked tortellini is the perfect recipe when you're craving the flavors of lasagna, but need a quick weeknight dinner that's ready in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 - 24oz jar pasta sauce
- 1 - 19oz bag cheese tortellini frozen
- 2 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 8 oz ricotta cheese
- 1 c mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 c parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Add the ground beef to a large skillet, and season with the garlic and Italian seasoning. Brown over medium heat.
- While the ground is cooking, cook the pasta a la dente according to the package directions; drain and set aside.
- Once the ground beef is cooked, drain the excess grease.
- Add the pasta sauce and ricotta cheese to the skillet, stir well, and allow it to melt.
- Add the cooked tortellini into the skillet, and lightly toss.
- Grease a 9×13 baking dish and pour the mixture in.
- Top with layers of shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- Bake on the center rack for 20 minutes.
- Turn the broiler on high, and bake for an additional 3 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, and serve hot.
Nutrition values are estimates, for exact values consult a nutritionist.