Easy, Cheesy Tortellini Bake

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 16

Easy, Cheesy and Delicious Tortellini Bake for Dinner

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 packages cheese tortellini
	1 jar marinara sauce
	1 jar Alfredo sauce
	1 box frozen chopped spinach , thawed and squeezed dry
	1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
	1 package shredded Mozzarella cheese
	1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
	1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

751

Sugar

16g

Fat

42g

This tortellini bake is the perfect comfort food, ideal for a cozy night in with friends and family. The combination of marinara sauce and Alfredo sauce makes the dish flavorful and rich. The spinach adds a pop of color, taste, and nutrients to the dish. The creamy and cheesy topping is a perfect balance to the pasta and spinach. This recipe is very easy to prepare and perfect for beginners. You can have dinner on the table in less than an hour.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2.	In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the tortellini for 2 minutes less than the package instructions, about 5 minutes.
3.	Drain the tortellini and return it to the pot. Add the marinara sauce, Alfredo sauce, spinach, and Italian seasoning to the pot and stir to combine.
4.	Transfer the tortellini mixture to the prepared baking dish. Top with Mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
5.	Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbling. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

PROS

This tortellini bake is a crowd-pleaser and perfect for busy weeknights.
It’s creamy, cheesy, and satisfying.

It can be easily customized by adding your favorite vegetables or meat.

CONS

This recipe is high in calories, fat, and sodium.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It’s not a great option for those who are lactose intolerant as it contains a lot of cheese and cream-based sauce.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although this recipe is not particularly healthy, it does contain some essential nutrients. Spinach is rich in iron, Vitamin K, and Vitamin A.
Tortellini is a good source of protein and carbohydrates, which provide energy.