Italian Sausage Tortellini Bake
This comforting Italian Sausage Tortellini Bake combines hearty sausage, cheesy tortellini, and savory sauce for a warm, satisfying dish that's perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound bulk Italian sausage Choose high-quality sausage for best flavor.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
- 24 ounce jar marinara sauce Use your favorite brand.
- 14 ounce can Italian-style diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 9 ounce package frozen cheese-filled tortellini These should float when cooked, indicating they're done.
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Feel free to top with additional cheese.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large saucepan, crumble and cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned, about 7 to 10 minutes, draining excess grease.
- Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the sausage and cook for an additional 5 to 7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, and garlic powder. Mix and let simmer on low heat for 30 to 45 minutes.
- Meanwhile, boil lightly salted water in a pot. Add the frozen tortellini and cook for 6 to 7 minutes until they float. Drain and set aside.
- Combine the drained tortellini with the sausage mixture and stir gently for an additional 5 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading evenly. Top with mozzarella cheese.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let the dish cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
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Notes
Garnish with fresh herbs or additional cheese. For variations, consider different cheeses or adding extra vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.