Viral Tortellini Bake Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Servings: 4–6

Ingredients:

20 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini

3 cups marinara sauce

1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half

4 oz cream cheese or garlic herb Boursin

2 tablespoons olive oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

½–1 teaspoon salt, to taste

½ teaspoon black pepper

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

½ cup grated parmesan cheese

Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 baking dish.

In a skillet, sauté garlic in olive oil, then add marinara, cream, cream cheese, seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer until smooth.

Add uncooked tortellini to the baking dish and pour the hot sauce over. Gently stir to coat evenly.

Top with mozzarella and parmesan, spreading cheese in an even layer.

Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake 10–15 minutes more, until bubbly and golden.

Rest 5–10 minutes, then garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.

Nutrition (Calories)Approximately 500–650 calories per serving depending on tortellini and cream used; best for cozy comfort dinners; rich, filling, and indulgent rather than light.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 35

Total Time 45

Servings: 6

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 650

Notes

Pro Tip:
Bake uncovered at the end until the cheese develops small golden-brown spots; those caramelized edges add extra flavor and a pleasant chewy texture.