Creamy Beef Tortellini Bake

A mouthwatering combination of cheese tortellini, flavorful ground beef, and creamy tomato sauce, baked to perfection with melted mozzarella and parmesan. This hearty dish is a crowd-pleaser that will satisfy everyone's cravings.
ingredients
- 1 (20oz) container of refrigerated or frozen cheese tortellini
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 (24oz) jar of pasta sauce
- 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
- 1-2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated or shredded parmesan
- Seasoning to taste (salt, garlic powder, pepper, Italian seasoning)
steps
- 1.
Cook the cheese tortellini according to package directions, drain, and set aside.
- 2.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9x13 baking dish.
- 3.
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with desired seasoning.
- 4.
Remove excess grease, then stir in tomato sauce and cubed cream cheese. Simmer until well incorporated.
- 5.
Gently toss cooked tortellini in the sauce mixture, then transfer to the prepared baking dish.
- 6.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheese over the top.
- 7.
Bake uncovered in the center rack of the oven for 20 minutes.
- 8.
Switch oven to broil and continue baking for 2-3 minutes until cheese starts to brown.
- 9.
Serve hot with garlic bread, salad, and/or veggies.