Italian Sausage Tortellini Casserole
Italian Sausage Tortellini Casserole combines cheese tortellini, savory beef Italian-style sausage, pasta sauce, and mozzarella cheese.Baked until bubbly and golden, it's a quick and satisfying family dinner.Perfect for meal prep, freezer meals, and busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 19 ounces frozen cheese tortellini
- 1 pound beef Italian-style sausage
- 24 ounces pasta sauce
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the frozen cheese tortellini according to the package directions for about 3 minutes. Drain well.
- Meanwhile, cook the beef Italian-style sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into crumbles. Drain any excess grease.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked tortellini, sausage, pasta sauce, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, oregano, and basil.
- Toss everything until evenly coated.
- Grease an 8×8-inch casserole dish and transfer the mixture into an even layer.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and broil for 2–3 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving your delicious Italian Sausage Tortellini Casserole.
Notes
- Fresh tortellini may be substituted for frozen.
- Add ricotta cheese for extra creaminess.
- Serve with garlic bread, Caesar salad, or roasted vegetables.
- Sprinkle extra Parmesan before serving for added flavor.