Cheesy Tortellini Garlic Bread Bake
Ingredients
- For the Tortellini Bake
- 20 ounces cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)
- For the Garlic Bread Topping
- 3 cups cubed French bread or Italian bread
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley or Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cook tortellini until just under al dente.
- Prepare the garlic bread topping by mixing bread cubes with butter, garlic, and seasonings.
- Mix marinara, cream, cheeses, and seasonings with the pasta.
- Layer pasta mixture in a baking dish and top with garlic bread cubes.
- Bake until bubbly and golden brown.