This Baked Tortellini is packed with sausage, cheesy tortellini, and a creamy tomato sauce. Everything cooks in one pan!
Family Favorite
The Last-Minute Dinner My Family Devoured!
I’ve been making my baked ravioli and skillet lasagna on repeat lately. They’re straightforward, filling, and always a hit with my family, which is exactly what I’m looking for on a busy weeknight.
One night, I had every intention of making the ravioli, only to realize I didn’t actually have any ravioli. I did, however, have a package of tortellini in the fridge, so I decided to run with it and see what happened.
I added Italian sausage, plenty of veggies, and a creamy tomato sauce, then covered the entire skillet with cheese and baked it until everything was hot and bubbly. The tortellini ended up being reliable because it made the dish extra cheesy and filling without adding any extra work.
Everyone loved it, the pan was completely cleared out, and there wasn’t a single bite left for lunch the next day. I’d say that’s a pretty successful recipe test! This Baked Tortellini has officially earned a spot in our regular dinner rotation.
Baked Tortellini Ingredients
| Ingredient | Swap/Tip |
|---|---|
| Italian sausage | Try ground turkey or chicken sausage. |
| Tomato paste | Taking a few minutes to cook the tomato paste will amp up the flavor a lot! |
| Crushed tomatoes | Fire-roasted tomatoes add extra depth. |
| Chicken broth | Use low sodium to keep it from being too salty. |
| Tortellini | Ravioli works if that’s what you have. |
| Spinach | Swap with kale or arugula. |
| Heavy cream | Half-and-half works in a pinch. |
| Mozzarella & Parmesan | Fontina or provolone melt beautifully too, |
How To Make Baked Tortellini
- Heat oil in a wide skillet. Add veggies, garlic, seasonings, and cook until soft.
- Brown sausage on a hot burner, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Stir in the tomato paste, then pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan.
- Add tomatoes and pasta. Cover in the sauce and let it simmer.
- Stir in the spinach, then the cream.
- Top with mozzarella and Parm, then bake. Serve hot with parsley on top.
chelsea’s recipe tip
What To Serve With Baked Tortellini
- Bruschetta: The reliable starter.
- Italian Salad: A fresh, crisp, and light side.
- Garlic Bread: Great for dipping in sauce. Or try my no-knead Focaccia.
- Roasted Vegetables: Add your favorite veggies!
- Caprese Salad: A tasty mix of mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil.
Storage
Leftovers?
Baked Tortellini is best hot, right out of the oven! As it sits, the pasta soaks up the sauce. It gets less saucy and more bloated.
Store leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for up to three days. When reheating, add a splash of broth to make it saucy again.
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