5.0 from 12 votes
Cheesy Baked Tortellini
A simple homemade Tomato Sauce makes this Easy Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole, a new Family Favorite Pasta dish.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 562 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
FOR THE SAUCE
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (27 grams)
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 1/2 cups tomato puree (passata)
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon basil
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
FOR THE TOPPING
- 1 cup grated firm Mozzarella
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 pound fresh Tortellini (I used meat filling)
Instructions
- In a medium to large oven proof baking dish add the olive oil, garlic, puree, water, and spices, bring to a boil then simmer (half covered) for approximately 15-20 or until thickened. Stirring occasionally.
- While sauce is cooking boil water, add salt and cook tortellini al dente. Drain
- Add the tortellini to the cooked sauce and gently combine. Top with grated Mozzarella and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Place under the broiler for approximately 2-3 minutes or until cheese melts and top is golden. Let sit 2-3 minutes and serve. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Any leftovers should be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated. It will keep for up to 3-5 days.
Nutrition Information
Calories
562kcal
(28%)
Carbohydrates
56g
(19%)
Protein
27g
(54%)
Fat
26g
(40%)
Saturated Fat
9g
(45%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
Cholesterol
71mg
(24%)
Sodium
1235mg
(51%)
Potassium
189mg
(5%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
534IU
(11%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
398mg
(40%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 562
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 562kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 56g | 19% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 71mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 1235mg | 51% |
| Potassium | 189mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 534IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 398mg | 40% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.