Budget-Friendly Beef Tortellini Casserole Recipe

Published May 6, 2024 By Elle Ann

Image credit: TheCooknShare via YouTube

Planning for dinner or any mealtime on a budget can be challenging because you want to make a dish that doesn’t cost too much while also making sure to serve something delicious. For these instances, I always opt for loaded casserole recipes that are super easy and quick to prepare just like this one by TheCooknShare on YouTube.

You can even cook this in just a couple of minutes, perfect for busy people, busy days, or a last-minute dinner preparation. This dish is filled with tortellini and ground beef in a flavorful sauce and topped with melted cheese, it’s so good, and surely your family will keep coming back to the table for more servings. Learn how to make this now!

Ingredients for Beef Tortellini Casserole:

1 tbsp of oil
1 pound of ground beef
350g or 12.3oz of tortellini
Small onion, chopped
3 cloves of garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
Italiano seasoning, to taste
1 jar of marinara sauce
1 (80z) block of cream cheese
Shredded mozzarella cheese

How to Make Beef Tortellini Casserole:

Step 1

Place a pan over medium-high heat, then add the oil, and heat it before adding the ground beef. Break them apart and cook until no longer pink, then cook the tortellini in some boiling salted water until al dente or according to the package instructions, and drain off all the water.

Step 2

In the cooked beef, add the onion and garlic, then saute them on one side of the pan before giving them a good mix, and season them with salt, pepper, and Italiano seasoning to taste. Add the marinara sauce, then rinse the jar with some water, and pour it into the mixture.

Step 3

Give them a good stir to combine, then add the cream cheese, and stir well until melted and combined. Now, add the boiled and drained tortellini to the pan, then mix them well, and let them simmer for a couple of minutes until heated up.

Step 4

Transfer the mixture to the casserole spreading it evenly, then sprinkle some mozzarella cheese on top, and place the casserole in an oven preheated at 350°F. Allow it to bake for about 5 minutes or until the cheese has melted, then garnish it with some parsley, and serve. Enjoy!