Description
This One-Pan Beefy Tortellini Bake is a comforting and hearty Italian-inspired dish featuring ground beef, cheese tortellini, and a rich marinara sauce all baked together with melty mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Easy to prepare and perfect for a weeknight dinner, this recipe combines simple ingredients in a single oven-safe skillet, delivering a delicious, cheesy, and satisfying meal with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Sauces
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 24 ounces marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup beef broth
Pasta and Cheese
- 1 pound cheese tortellini, refrigerated
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the assembled dish.
- Brown the Beef: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula to ensure even cooking.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the browned beef. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
- Season: Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional minute to bloom the spices.
- Add Liquids: Pour in the marinara sauce and beef broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to blend flavors.
- Add Tortellini: Add the refrigerated cheese tortellini to the skillet, ensuring they are well coated with the sauce. Cook for about 5 minutes to soften the pasta slightly.
- Add Cheese: Evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the tortellini mixture.
- Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Rest: Remove the skillet from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes to allow the dish to set slightly before serving.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally garnish with fresh basil or parsley for a touch of color and freshness before serving.
Notes
- Use an oven-safe skillet or transfer the mixture to a baking dish before adding cheese and baking.
- Refrigerated tortellini can vary in size, adjust cooking time slightly if needed to ensure pasta is tender.
- You can substitute marinara with your favorite tomato pasta sauce.
- For extra flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes or sautéed mushrooms.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 2-3 days and reheat nicely in the oven or microwave.
