Description
A delightful dish that combines rich flavors and comforting textures, featuring tender beef and cheesy tortellini, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add ground beef, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the marinara sauce and stir to combine. Let it simmer for a couple of minutes.
- Gently fold in the cheese tortellini, ensuring they are well coated with the sauce.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, and garnish with chopped basil before serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- To reheat, warm in the microwave or stovetop until heated through.
- For freezing, do so before adding cheese and thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the dish
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: One-Pan Beef Tortellini Bake, Beef Tortellini, Easy Dinner, Italian Recipe