Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 (9-ounce) package fresh tortellini
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion (½ cup chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 (8-ounce) can tomato paste
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Cook tortellini according to package directions.
- In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat. Drain off excess fat.
- Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
- Stir in tomato sauce, tomato paste, water, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until thickened.
- Add cooked tortellini to the sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spread half of the tortellini mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Top with mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese.
- Repeat layers with remaining tortellini mixture and cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 439 per serving (¼ of recipe)
- Protein: 26 grams
- Carbohydrates: 51 grams
- Fat: 14 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and cheesy
- Hearty and filling
- Savory and beefy
User Comments:
- "This is my go-to dish when I'm craving something cheesy and comforting."
- "The beefy sauce is full of flavor and the tortellini is cooked perfectly."
- "I love the combination of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese."
- "I added some sliced mushrooms to the sauce for extra flavor."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have fresh tortellini, you can use dried tortellini. Just adjust the cooking time according to the package directions.
- Serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
