Baked Tortellini with Italian Sausage

Indulge in ultimate comfort food with this Baked Tortellini with Italian Sausage recipe! This hearty, cheesy casserole combines tender cheese-filled tortellini with savory Italian sausage and a rich, flavorful tomato sauce made from crushed tomatoes, garlic, and aromatic Italian seasoning. Topped with layers of gooey mozzarella and Parmesan, every bite is pure bliss as it bakes to golden, bubbly perfection. Perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners, this dish is ready in under an hour and delights with its cozy, satisfying flavors. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, this baked pasta masterpiece is sure to be a crowd-pleaser you’ll come back to time and time again!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 16 ounces cheese tortellini
• 1 pound Italian sausage
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook the tortellini according to the package instructions, typically about 3 to 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Remove the casings from the Italian sausage, if needed, and cook the sausage, breaking it into small chunks, until browned and fully cooked, about 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the cooked sausage from the skillet with a slotted spoon and set it aside. Leave about 1 tablespoon of rendered fat in the skillet.

Step 5

Add the diced yellow onion to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and stir to combine with the sauce.

Step 8

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked tortellini with the sausage and tomato sauce until well mixed.

Step 9

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and pour the tortellini mixture into the dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 10

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top, followed by the grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1693.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2663.8

Total Fat 195.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 79.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.8g
Cholesterol 578.9mg	0%
Sodium 8018.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 42.7g
Protein 157.0g	0%

Vitamin D 181.4IU	0%
Calcium 2316.3mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 3847.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.3%

Protein: 23.4%

Carbs: 11.3%