Description
Cheesy Sausage Tortellini Bake is a comforting and hearty Italian-inspired casserole featuring tender cheese tortellini, savory Italian sausage, and a rich marinara sauce, all topped with melted mozzarella cheese. This easy-to-make baked dish is perfect for a family dinner or casual get-together, offering a delicious combination of flavors and textures with minimal prep time.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 12 ounces cheese tortellini
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- ½ yellow onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
Seasonings and Sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 24 ounces marinara sauce
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the assembled dish.
- Cook Tortellini: Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- Cook Sausage and Onion: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the Italian sausage and diced yellow onion. Cook, stirring frequently, until the sausage is fully cooked and no longer pink.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 to 45 seconds until fragrant. Then drain any excess grease from the skillet.
- Season Mixture: Season the sausage and onion mixture with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to taste. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
- Add Sauce and Pasta: Pour in the marinara sauce and add the cooked tortellini to the skillet. Stir thoroughly to evenly coat the pasta and sausage mixture with sauce.
- Assemble and Bake: Transfer the entire mixture into an oven-safe baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top. Bake in the preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve warm. Enjoy your delicious cheesy sausage tortellini bake!
Notes
- Italian sausage can be substituted with turkey sausage for a leaner option.
- For extra spice, add red pepper flakes with the Italian seasoning.
- Use fresh mozzarella instead of shredded for a creamier texture.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms to increase the nutritional value.
