Description
This Alfredo Tortellini Bake is a creamy, cheesy, and comforting pasta dish made with cheese-filled tortellini and rich homemade Alfredo sauce, baked to perfection under a blanket of melty mozzarella. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, potluck, or cozy family meal, this easy-to-make recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Ingredients
1 (20 oz) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
2 tablespoons butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup heavy or whipping cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and position rack in the top third.
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook tortellini for one minute less than package instructions. Drain and transfer to a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
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In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add cream cheese and heavy cream. Stir until smooth and melted.
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Mix in half the Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper.
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Pour sauce over tortellini in the casserole dish, stirring gently to coat evenly.
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Sprinkle remaining Parmesan and mozzarella on top.
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Bake uncovered for 12–15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Optional: Broil for 2–3 minutes for a golden-brown top.
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Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Add Protein: Mix in cooked or rotisserie chicken for a heartier version.
- Add Veggies: Stir in steamed broccoli or spinach.
- Add Spice: A pinch of red pepper flakes gives the sauce a gentle heat.
- Make-Ahead Tip: Assemble the bake ahead of time, refrigerate, and bake when ready.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers for 3–4 days in an airtight container.
- Reheating: Reheat gently in the oven or on stovetop with a splash of cream.
- Freezing Not Recommended: Sauce may separate when thawed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
