Description
Creamy Pesto Tortellini Bake with Mozzarella is a rich and comforting Italian-inspired main course featuring tender cheese-filled tortellini baked in a luscious creamy pesto sauce, topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses for a golden, bubbly finish. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this dish blends savory flavors with a creamy texture that delights the palate.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 20 ounces cheese tortellini
Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Cheese Topping
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the pasta dish.
- Cook Tortellini: Boil the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain well to remove excess water.
- Sauté Garlic: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
- Prepare Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and pesto sauce into the skillet with the garlic, stirring well to combine and heat through gently.
- Combine Tortellini and Sauce: Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss to evenly coat the pasta with the creamy pesto sauce mixture.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Move the tortellini and sauce mixture into a baking dish, spreading it evenly for uniform baking.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the pasta.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15–20 minutes until the cheese is fully melted, bubbly, and has a golden crust.
Notes
- You can add cooked chicken or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
