Description
Creamy Alfredo Tortellini Bake is a delicious and comforting dish that combines cheese tortellini with a rich Alfredo sauce, topped with mozzarella and breadcrumbs for a golden finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup spinach (fresh or frozen, thawed and drained)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce is heated through and slightly thickened.
- Add the cooked tortellini and spinach to the skillet, stirring gently to combine everything evenly.
- Pour the tortellini mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
- In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture over the cheese layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For added protein, consider mixing in cooked chicken or sausage before baking.
- Substitute the spinach with other vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg