Baked Tortellini
Baked tortellini is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender pasta and rich, gooey cheese for a delightful family meal. This dish features layers of cheesy goodness, enveloped in savory marinara sauce, making it perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings. Easy to prepare and customize with your favorite ingredients, baked tortellini is sure to become a household favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with half of the mozzarella and Italian seasoning until well combined.
- Spread a layer of marinara sauce at the bottom of a baking dish.
- Layer half of the tortellini over the sauce, then add half of the remaining marinara sauce.
- Sprinkle half of the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses on top.
- Repeat layering with the remaining ingredients.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added texture, cook tortellini al dente before baking. Feel free to incorporate vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition. Swap marinara for Alfredo sauce for a creamy variation.