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Easy Cheesy Baked Tortellini

A delightful bake featuring tortellini, ricotta, mozzarella, and marinara, perfect for family meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 package (9 oz) refrigerated tortellini
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese Can be substituted with cottage cheese for a lighter option.
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish (optional) Adds a fresh touch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the refrigerated tortellini according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
Layering and Baking
  1. In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce at the bottom.
  2. Add half of the cooked tortellini, followed by half of the cheese mixture, then drizzle another layer of marinara sauce.
  3. Repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of marinara topped with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
  4. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  5. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
  1. Allow it to cool for a few minutes, garnish with fresh basil if desired, and enjoy!

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw overnight in the fridge and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes. Add a splash of marinara if needed to keep it moist.