Baked Pizza Tortellini Dinner
A comforting blend of pizza flavors with pasta, featuring marinara sauce, creamy cheeses, and savory meats in tender tortellini, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingrédients
For the meat base
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1.75 oz mini pepperoni (plus additional for topping)
For the sauce and pasta
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 12 oz frozen cheese tortellini
- 4 oz cream cheese
For the cheese topping
- 1 2/3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients on the countertop.
- Chop any fresh ingredients if necessary.
Cooking the meat base
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and season with salt, black pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the mini pepperoni and sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Combining ingredients
- Drain excess fat from the skillet, but leave a thin layer for flavor.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the marinara sauce and cream cheese; stir until combined and smooth.
- Add the frozen cheese tortellini, mix well, and cover the skillet. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
Baking
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the top.
- Optional: Add additional mini pepperoni for topping.
- Turn on the broiler and broil for about 2-3 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serving
- Let the Baked Pizza Tortellini Dinner sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or toppings. Store leftovers in an airtight container; can be frozen for up to 2-3 months.