A comforting dish that combines the rich flavors of beef with the delightful creaminess of cheese-filled tortellini, offering a hearty pasta bake that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 pound ground beef
2 cups cheese-filled tortellini (fresh or frozen)
1 cup marinara sauce
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
Extra mozzarella cheese for sprinkling on top
Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain any excess fat.
Stir in the marinara sauce, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 3-5 minutes.
Gently fold in the cheese-filled tortellini until coated with the mixture.
In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spoon half of the tortellini and beef mixture across the bottom.
Sprinkle half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the first layer.
Spoon the remaining tortellini mixture on top and finish with the rest of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Add breadcrumbs if desired.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
Let cool for a few minutes and garnish with fresh parsley or basil before serving.
