Ingredients
– 1 pound ground beef
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 jar (24 oz) pasta sauce
– 1 cup beef broth
– 2 cups cheese-filled tortellini (fresh or frozen)
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating the Easy One-Pan Beefy Tortellini Bake is simple with these clear steps:
1. Preheatoven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare it for baking.
2. Brown the Beef: In a large oven-safe skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
3. Add Onions and Garlic: Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onions become translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Mix in Sauce and Broth: Add the pasta sauce and beef broth to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
5. Season: Sprinkle in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly.
6. Add Tortellini: Gently stir in the cheese-filled tortellini, ensuring they are coated in the sauce.
7. Cheese It Up: Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese over the tortellini mixture for extra flavor.
8. Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes.
9. Add Remaining Cheese: After 20 minutes, remove the skillet from the oven and top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
10. Final Bake: Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11. Garnish: Once out of the oven, sprinkle with fresh basil or parsley for an appealing finish.
Following these steps, you’ll create a delicious dish that can be served right from the pan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-6
- Calories: 620 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 34g