Italian Sausage Tortellini Bake

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 15

Satisfy Your Cravings with Italian Sausage Tortellini Bake

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

397

Sugar

Fat

22g

Italian Sausage Tortellini Bake is a crowd-pleasing dish that everyone will love. It's a hearty and filling meal that's perfect for serving at dinner parties, potlucks, or any casual gathering. This easy-to-make pasta bake requires only a handful of ingredients and comes together quickly, making it a great option for busy weeknights. The combination of Italian sausage and cheese-filled tortellini creates a flavorful and savory dish that's sure to satisfy your cravings.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2.	In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage, onion, and green bell pepper until the sausage is no longer pink and the vegetables are tender.
3.	Stir in the marinara sauce, Italian-style diced tomatoes, and garlic powder.
4.	Bring the sauce to a boil, reduce heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
5.	Meanwhile, cook the tortellini according to package instructions, drain and add it to the sauce mixture.
6.	Toss everything together until the tortellini is fully coated.
7.	Pour the tortellini mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with mozzarella cheese.
8.	Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9.	Let the bake cool for a few minutes before serving.

PROS

This Italian Sausage Tortellini Bake is a comfort food at its best.
It’s filling, satisfying, and delicious.

With just a few ingredients, it’s easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping.

The combination of Italian sausage and cheese-filled tortellini creates a tasty and savory flavor that’s hard to resist.

CONS

Although this dish is loaded with flavor, it’s not the healthiest option out there.

The Italian sausage contains a fair amount of calories and fat, so it should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish may not be the healthiest choice, it does contain some beneficial nutrients.
The tomatoes in the marinara sauce are a good source of lycopene, which has been associated with a lower risk of heart disease and cancer.
The dish also provides a good amount of protein from the sausage and cheese-filled tortellini, which can help keep you full and satisfied.

	1 pound bulk Italian sausage
	1 onion , chopped
	1 green bell pepper , chopped
	1 jar marinara sauce
	1 can Italian-style diced tomatoes
	1 teaspoon garlic powder
	1 package frozen cheese-filled tortellini
	2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese