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Tortellini Casserole

This tortellini casserole is absolutely delicious, comforting and easy to prepare. It is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings!
4 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4
Calories 439 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Ceramic Baking Dish
  • 1 Medium pot
  • 1 Large Pan

Ingredients
  

  • 9 Ounces (1 container) Cheese Tortellini
  • ½ Pound Lean Ground Beef 90/10
  • 1 Tablespoon Avocado Oil
  • Salt To Taste
  • Pepper To Taste
  • Garlic Powder To Taste
  • 12 Ounces Marinara Sauce of Choice Divided
  • 2 Cups Fresh Spinach
  • 1.5 Cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 2 Tablespoons Fresh Basil Shredded (Optional: To Garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350 F and set your rack to the middle position.
  • Cook the tortellini according to the instructions on the packaging.
  • In a large pan on medium high heat, add in your avocado oil, followed by your lean ground beef and seasonings, to taste. Use a meat masher to break apart the beef and cook for about 4-5 minutes or until your beef is no longer pink and reaches an internal temperature of 160F.
  • Add your cooked tortellini into a ceramic casserole dish followed by your cooked ground beef, 6 ounces of marinara sauce and your fresh spinach. Mix until everything is well combined.
  • Add an additional 6 ounces of marinara sauce on top in an even layer followed by your shredded mozzarella cheese in an even layer.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until your cheese is melty and then broil for 1-2 minutes on high until the cheese becomes browned and bubbly. Remove from the oven, garnish with shredded fresh basil, serve and enjoy!

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Notes

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Nutrition

Calories: 439kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 34gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 87mgSodium: 992mgPotassium: 571mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2031IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 455mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Tortellini Casserole
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