Description
A comforting baked tortellini casserole layered with rich marinara and melty cheese, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh tortellini
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh basil and parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil salted water and cook tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add diced onions and minced garlic, cooking until translucent. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté until browned.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked tortellini, sautéed vegetables, and marinara sauce. Mix well.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the tortellini mixture, dollop ricotta cheese, sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan, then add the remaining tortellini mix, finishing with a generous layer of cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a lighter dish, use a lighter marinara or homemade pesto. For vegetarian options, substitute tortellini with spinach and ricotta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: baked tortellini, casserole, family favorite, Italian comfort food, cheese