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Tortellini lasagna

This tortellini lasagna bake is the ultimate easy weeknight dinner. Made with cheese tortellini, marinara, beef, and ricotta, it’s a quick, family-friendly casserole that’s ready in under 35 minutes!
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
  • 1 tsp olive oil if using lean beef
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 24 oz jar marinara sauce (or homemade)
  • 1 9 oz package refrigerated cheese tortellini (or frozen, thawed)
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp salt + pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
  • Optional garnish: chopped basil or parsley

Let's Make It
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Brown the meat: In a large oven-safe skillet or sauté pan, heat oil if needed and cook ground beef until no longer pink. Add garlic and sauté 1 minute more.
  • Add sauce: Stir in marinara, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  • Add tortellini: Stir in tortellini and bring back to a simmer. If the sauce is very thick, you can add 2–3 tbsp water.
  • Add dollops of ricotta throughout the pan (don’t mix in fully — let it melt in pockets).
  • Top with cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan evenly on top.
  • Bake uncovered for 15–18 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top.
  • Finish with fresh herbs and serve hot!