Cheesy Taco Tortellini Bake
If you’re seeking a family meal that combines comfort and flavor, the Cheesy Taco Tortellini Bake is the perfect choice! This delightful dish features tender cheese tortellini enveloped in zesty taco flavors, topped with gooey melted cheese. It’s an easy one-pan wonder, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. Everyone at the table will be asking for seconds! With its versatility in ingredients and toppings, you can customize this bake to suit various tastes and dietary preferences. Enjoy a crowd-pleasing dinner that brings warmth and joy to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Fresh or frozen cheese tortellini
- Lean ground beef (or turkey, chicken, plant-based meat, or black beans)
- Taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- Mozzarella cheese
- Cheddar cheese (or pepper jack for spice; dairy-free option available)
- Tomato sauce (or diced tomatoes)
- Chopped bell peppers
- Chopped onions
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook tortellini in boiling salted water until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and brown the ground beef or chosen protein.
- Sauté chopped onions and bell peppers with the meat for 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in taco seasoning; cook for another minute.
- Add tomato sauce; let simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- Fold in cooked tortellini and half of the cheese.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Cool slightly before serving; garnish if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg