𝑂𝑜𝑒𝑦 𝐺𝑜𝑜𝑒𝑦 𝐶ℎ𝑒𝑒𝑠𝑦 𝑇𝑜𝑟𝑡𝑒𝑙𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑖 𝐷𝑒𝑙𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡

𝐶ℎ𝑒𝑒𝑠𝑦 𝐵𝑎𝑘𝑒𝑑 𝑇𝑜𝑟𝑡𝑒𝑙𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑖 𝐶𝑎𝑠𝑠𝑒𝑟𝑜𝑙𝑒

𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:

1 package (19 oz) refrigerated cheese tortellini 🍝
2 cups marinara sauce 🍅
1 cup ricotta cheese 🧀
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 🧀
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 🌿
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 🧄
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 🌶️ (optional)
Fresh basil for garnish 🌿 (optional)

𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) 🔥. Grease a 9×13 inch casserole dish with butter or non-stick spray. This ensures the cheesy goodness doesn’t stick to the dish during baking.

2. Cook the tortellini: In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook the cheese tortellini 🍝 according to package instructions. Cook until just al dente (firm but tender), as they will continue to cook in the oven. Drain the tortellini and set them aside.

3. Mix the ricotta layer: In a medium bowl, stir together the ricotta cheese 🧀, Italian seasoning 🌿, garlic powder 🧄, and red pepper flakes 🌶️ (if using). This mixture adds a creamy texture and delicious Italian flavor to the casserole.

4. Assemble the casserole: Spread about 1/2 cup of marinara sauce 🍅 on the bottom of the prepared casserole dish to create a flavorful base. Add half of the cooked tortellini 🍝 in an even layer over the sauce. Spread half of the ricotta mixture 🧀 on top of the tortellini, followed by 1 cup of shredded mozzarella 🧀. Repeat with another layer of the remaining tortellini, ricotta, and mozzarella.

5. Top with sauce and Parmesan: Pour the remaining marinara sauce 🍅 evenly over the top of the casserole, making sure all the tortellini are covered. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan 🧀 over the sauce for an extra cheesy and crispy topping.

6. Bake the casserole: Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes ⏲️. After 20 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top.

7. Garnish and serve: Once the casserole is baked to perfection, remove it from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil 🌿 for a burst of color and flavor. Serve hot and enjoy the ooey gooey cheesy delight with every bite! 🍽️🧀

𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟭𝟱 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 | 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟯𝟱 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 | 𝗧𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟱𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀
𝗞𝗰𝗮𝗹: 𝟰𝟮𝟬 𝗸𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 | 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀: 𝟲

~ Donald Recipes