Cheesy Pizza Tortellini Bake (Print Version)

Cheese tortellini, pizza sauce, pepperoni, and mozzarella make this flavorful, oven-baked comfort meal.

# Ingredients:

→ Main Components

01 - 1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini, fresh or frozen
02 - 1 jar (24 oz) pizza sauce
03 - 1 cup sliced pepperoni

→ Cheeses

04 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend, optional

→ Seasonings

06 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, optional
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, optional
08 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional

→ Garnish

09 - Fresh basil or parsley, to taste, optional

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a medium-sized casserole dish.
02 - Boil cheese tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain thoroughly.
03 - In a large bowl, mix cooked tortellini with pizza sauce, sliced pepperoni, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes until pasta is evenly coated.
04 - Spread mixture evenly into the greased casserole dish.
05 - Scatter shredded mozzarella cheese and Italian cheese blend over the top.
06 - Bake uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbling, and lightly golden.
07 - Remove casserole from oven and allow to cool briefly. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired. Serve warm.

# Notes:

01 - For best results, use freshly shredded cheese to ensure maximum melt and flavor.