Cheesy Tortellini Casserole

Tortellini is a traditional Italian pasta shape that is said to have been inspired by the shape of Venus’s navel.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Cheesy Tortellini Casserole

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Italian Courses: Dinner, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2700

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 16 ounce Tortellini
• 2 cup Tomato Sauce
• 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese
• 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese
• 1 cup Spinach
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook the tortellini according to package instructions.
3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
4. Add tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well.
5. Add cooked tortellini and spinach to the skillet. Mix until well combined.
6. Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish.
7. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese on top.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
10. Enjoy your Cheesy Tortellini Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 22g34%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 4g

Protein 18g36%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.