A delightful and easy-to-make baked tortellini dish, loaded with cheese and a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for a comforting family dinner.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
25min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 10 g basil
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 500 g cheese tortellini
- 2 cloves garlic
- 700 ml marinara sauce
- 250 g mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 50 g parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
Step 2
Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Step 3
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 4
Stir in the marinara sauce and bring to a simmer. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 5
Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce.
Step 6
Transfer the tortellini and sauce mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving.