In the realm of culinary delights, tortellini casserole stands as an iconic dish, a symphony of flavors and textures that is sure to tantalize taste buds. The perfect harmony between succulent tortellini, creamy sauces, and a crispy golden crust makes it an irresistible choice for any occasion. Whether you seek a comforting meal on a chilly evening or a spectacular centerpiece for your next dinner party, this versatile dish offers endless possibilities for creativity and indulgence. Join us as we explore the captivating world of tortellini casserole, presenting a collection of tantalizing recipes that will inspire your culinary adventures.
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TORTELLINI CASSEROLE
Put a delicious entrée on the table tonight with this Tortellini Casserole from My Food and Family. This casserole will surely be repeated often.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375ºF.
- Cook tortellini as directed on package, omitting salt.
- Meanwhile, cook asparagus and shallots in large skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat 5 to 7 min. or until crisp-tender, stirring frequently. Stir in chicken broth, lemon zest, juice and dill weed. Bring to boil, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. Add cream cheese; whisk until melted. Add salmon; mix well.
- Drain tortellini. Add to salmon mixture; mix lightly. Spoon into 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray; top with cheddar.
- Bake 15 min. or until salmon mixture is heated through and cheddar is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 500 mg, Carbohydrate 34 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 17 g
BAKED TORTELLINI CASSEROLE
For this baked tortellini casserole, I used one large skillet and one casserole pan. I made a quick basic meat sauce with onions, garlic, ground beef and canned tomatoes. But instead of simmering and reducing the sauce, I combined the cheese and fresh uncooked tortellini, and let the entire mixture bake in the oven. Just be sure to keep it tightly covered with foil so it stays moist. The foil keeps the moisture in and cooks the tortellini as it bakes.
Provided by wuxbustah8
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sautee onions and garlic in olive oil, until soft.
- Add ground beef and season with salt and pepper.
- Once beef is cooked through, stir in tomatoes and tomato sauce.
- Stir in uncooked, fresh tortellini and 1 1/2 cups of mozzarella cheese.
- Transfer to casserole dish and sprinkle remaining cheese over the top.
- Cover tightly with foil and baked at 350 degrees for about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 613.6, Fat 25.7, SaturatedFat 12.1, Cholesterol 91.9, Sodium 1812.3, Carbohydrate 67.6, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 3.8, Protein 30.6
TORTELLINI CASSEROLE
You can use either fresh or frozen tortellini. The cooking time remains the same for either one. This is one terrific recipe I found in a milk calender here a few years back.
Provided by bert2421
Categories Vegetable
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large saucepan.
- Add garlic and onion.
- Cook gently 3- 4 minutes until fragrant and tender.
- Sprinkle with flour.
- Cook 3- 4 minutes longer but do not brown.
- Whisk in milk.
- Bring to a boil.
- Add tomatoes, paste, herbs, salt and pepper.
- Cook 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook tortellini in boiling, salted water for 3 min.
- Add broccoli and continue to cook 5 minutes longer.
- Drain well.
- Combine drained tortellini mixture with sauce.
- Add cheese.
- Transfer to a 3 qt baking dish.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan.
- Bake in a preheated 350 oven for 30 minutes or until hot and lightly browned.
TASTY TORTELLINI TUNA CASSEROLE
Get ready for tremendous flavor when you make this Tasty Tuna Tortellini Casserole! This creamy, cheesy tuna casserole is a dream come true.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375ºF.
- Cook tortellini as directed on package, omitting salt.
- Meanwhile, cook mushrooms, onions and garlic in large nonstick skillet on medium heat 5 to 7 min. or until slightly softened, stirring frequently. Stir in chicken broth. Bring to boil, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. Add cream cheese; whisk until melted. Add tuna and peas; mix well.
- Drain tortellini. Add to tuna mixture; mix lightly. Spoon into 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray; top with cheddar.
- Bake 15 min. or until tuna mixture is heated through and cheddar is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 390 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 13 g
CHICKEN ALFREDO TORTELLINI CASSEROLE
A simple homemade alfredo sauce tops this cheesy Chicken Alfredo Tortellini Casserole. It comes together in only a few minutes and is perfect for a busy night.
Categories Dinner
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Start by making the Alfredo sauce by placing milk, low fat cream cheese, flour and salt in a blender and blend it until it is completely smooth.
- Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium heat, melt one tablespoon of butter and garlic for a minute. Whisk in the blended milk mixture, stirring constantly for 3-5 minutes.
- Continue stirring the sauce over heat until it reaches your desired thickness, then mix in Parmesan cheese.
- Once your sauce is ready (or if you don't make homemade Alfredo sauce, feel free to use jarred sauce), it's time to assemble the casserole.
- Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- In the baking dish, mix together Alfredo sauce, frozen tortellini (don't cook it first), chicken broth, seasonings, chicken and frozen vegetables.
- Cover pan with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove pan from oven, sprinkle casserole with Parmesan cheese, and place the pan back in the oven (uncovered) for another few minutes or until the cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 3378 kcal, Fat 78 g, SaturatedFat 47 g, Cholesterol 249 mg, Sodium 4754 mg, Carbohydrate 509 g, Sugar 468 g, Protein 91 mg
TORTELLINI SPINACH CASSEROLE
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
Time 40m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
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, Fat 19g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 378mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
VEGGIE-TORTELLINI CASSEROLE
This creamy pasta casserole is packed with kitchen staple veggies like carrots, zucchini and peppers.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook tortellini as directed on package, adding zucchini and carrot during last minute of cooking time; drain.
- Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Cook garlic and mushrooms in butter 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are tender. Sprinkle with flour, salt and pepper; cook and stir 1 minute. Gradually add broth, stirring constantly until sauce thickens slightly. Add cream cheese; cook and stir until melted. Stir in tomatoes, bell pepper and basil.
- Place tortellini mixture in baking dish. Top with mushroom-cheese sauce. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover; bake 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 37 g, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 910 mg
Tips:
- Choose the Right Tortellini: Select a tortellini with a sturdy filling that can hold its shape during baking. Cheese-filled tortellini is a classic choice, but you can also use meat-filled or vegetable-filled varieties for a more flavorful casserole.
- Prepare the Sauce: Make sure your sauce is flavorful and has enough liquid to evenly coat the tortellini. A simple tomato sauce is a good option, but you can also use Alfredo sauce, pesto, or even a creamy cheese sauce.
- Cook the Tortellini: Cook the tortellini according to the package instructions, usually boiling them for a few minutes until they float to the top of the pot. Drain the tortellini and rinse it with cold water to stop the cooking process.
- Layer the Casserole: Start by spreading a thin layer of sauce in the bottom of a greased casserole dish. Then, add a layer of tortellini, followed by a layer of cheese. Repeat these layers until you have used up all of the ingredients, ending with a layer of cheese.
- Bake the Casserole: Bake the casserole in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
Tortellini casserole is a versatile and delicious dish that can be easily customized to your liking. With a variety of fillings, sauces, and toppings to choose from, you can create a casserole that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty and comforting dish to serve on a special occasion, tortellini casserole is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give tortellini casserole a try – you won't be disappointed!
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