Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked tortellini
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a baking dish, spread a layer of marinara sauce.
- Layer half of the cooked tortellini over the sauce.
- Spread half of the ricotta cheese over the tortellini, followed by a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining tortellini, marinara sauce, ricotta, and mozzarella cheese.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool slightly, garnish with fresh basil, and serve.
Notes
For a healthier version, you can use whole-grain tortellini or low-fat cheeses. This dish can be prepped a day ahead of time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg