Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 tbsp

Olive Oil

0.5 lb

Ground Turkey

1 clove

Garlic

Minced

1 tsp

Dried Italian Seasoning

2 cup

Tomato Sauce

1 cup

Fresh Spinach

Chopped

9 unit

Fresh Cheese Tortellini

0.5 cup

Mozzarella Cheese

Shredded

0.25 cup

Parmesan Cheese

Grated

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2
~2 min

Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 3
~2 min

Add ground turkey to the pan.

Step 4
~2 min

Break up the turkey with a spatula or wooden spoon as it cooks.

Step 5
~2 min

Add minced garlic and Italian seasoning to the turkey.

Step 6
~2 min

Cook the turkey until browned, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7
~2 min

Add tomato sauce to the ground turkey and stir to combine.

Step 8
~2 min

Add chopped spinach to the sauce.

Step 9
~2 min

Stir until the spinach starts to wilt.

Step 10
~2 min

Turn off the heat.

Step 11
~2 min

Add uncooked tortellini to the sauce and stir to combine.

Step 12
~2 min

Pour the pasta and sauce into a baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 13
~2 min

Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 14
~2 min

Cover the dish with foil.

Step 15
~2 min

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 15 minutes.

Step 16
~2 min

Remove the foil.

Step 17
~2 min

Continue to bake for another 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 18
~2 min

Remove from oven and let it stand a few minutes before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.

Use a variety of cheeses for a more complex flavor.

Brown the ground turkey well for enhanced flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with garlic bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic Bread
Caesar Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy (adapted in America)

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, family-friendly meal

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Casual dinners
Potlucks

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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