BAKED CHEESE TORTELLINI RECIPES

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BAKED TORTELLINI WITH PESTO SAUCE



Baked Tortellini with Pesto Sauce image

Baked tortellini in a creamy pesto sauce will wow your family and guests alike! Bake until browned and bubbly, then top with fresh basil.

Provided by Donna Elick

Total Time 1 hours

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon coarse black pepper
3 cups whole milk
1 1/2 cups grated parmesan cheese
2 cups grated mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup pesto
16 ounce package fresh tortellini
2 cups halved grape tomatoes
Fresh basil, chiffonaded (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • In a deep skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of butter. Add flour, salt, and pepper to the butter and saute 2-3 minutes until the flour begins to brown.
  • While whisking constantly, gradually add the milk. The mixture will whisk into a thick paste and eventually a sauce as the milk is added. Once the milk is fully incorporated, continue cooking until mixture comes to a simmer and thickens.
  • Stir in 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and 1 cup of parmesan cheese, adding a handful at a time and stirring each addition until melted and smooth.
  • Whisk in pesto sauce and adjust to your preferred taste.
  • Meanwhile, in a large pot of salted water, cook the tortellini for 2 minutes less time than the package instructions (mine cooked for 5 minutes). You want the tortellini al dente as it will continue cooking in the oven.
  • In a large casserole dish (3 Qt.), layer half of the cooked and drained tortellini, Spoon half of the prepared pesto sauce over the tortellini. Sprinkle with 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes and half of the remaining cheeses.
  • Add a second layer of tortellini, sauce, tomatoes and cheese.
  • Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until the cheese on top of the dish is melted, bubbly, and beginning to brown.
  • Garnish with fresh cracked pepper and fresh basil, if desired.
  • We used whole milk for a creamy, rich sauce. 2% can be substituted. The overall amount of cheese can also be reduced for a lighter casserole.
  • This baked tortellini is creamy, rich, cheesy, and delicious with lots of added flavor from the pesto. Use your favorite pesto sauce (we like Trader Joe’s and Costco brand) or my homemade version
  • Fresh tortellini comes in a variety of flavors - we used a basic cheese stuffed tortellini, but a chicken, sun-dried tomato, or spinach tortellini would also be delicious in this recipe.
  • For a sharper cheese flavor, you can use jack cheese instead of mozzarella or a combo of jack and mozzarella. The mozzarella adds a lot of creaminess and gooey cheese. Romano can be interchanged with the parmesan.

TORTELLINI SPINACH CASSEROLE RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE IT



Tortellini Spinach Casserole Recipe: How to Make It image

Spinach gives this popular casserole a fresh taste that will delight even those who say they don't like spinach. In fact, people are often surprised at just how good it is! Whenever I bring it to a gathering, it doesn't sit around long. —Barbara Kellen, Antioch, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Total Time 40 minutes

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini
1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup butter, divided
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1/2 pound brick or Muenster cheese, cubed
3 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook tortellini according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms, garlic powder, onion powder and pepper in 1/4 cup butter until mushrooms are tender. Remove and keep warm. , In same skillet, combine milk and remaining butter. Bring to a gentle boil; stir in brick cheese until smooth. Drain tortellini; place in a large bowl. Stir in mushroom mixture and spinach. Add cheese sauce and toss to coat. , Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Cover and bake 15 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, FatContent 19g fat (12g saturated fat), CholesterolContent 64mg cholesterol, SodiumContent 378mg sodium, CarbohydrateContent 13g carbohydrate (4g sugars, FiberContent 1g fiber), ProteinContent 15g protein.

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