Description
Description This Easy 30-Minute Tortellini Pasta Bake is a quick and delicious dish that the whole family will love. It’s made with cheesy tortellini, marinara sauce, and a mix of melted mozzarella and parmesan, all baked to perfection in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
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- 1 package (9 oz) refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing)
- 1/2 cup fresh chopped basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
- Cook the tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Combine the tortellini and marinara sauce in a large bowl. Stir in the dried basil, oregano, and garlic powder.
- Layer the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the top is golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh basil, if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- You can use frozen tortellini if you prefer, just make sure to cook it before adding to the casserole.
- For extra flavor, add some cooked ground beef or Italian sausage to the pasta mix.
- This dish can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg