Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 tbsp

olive oil

2 cup

marinara sauce

0.33 cup

mascarpone cheese

0.25 cup

fresh parsley

chopped

2 tsp

fresh thyme

chopped

1 lb

cheese tortellini

2 unit

mozzarella cheese

thinly sliced

0.25 cup

parmesan cheese

grated

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~5 min

Lightly oil an 8x8 inch baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~5 min

In a large bowl, whisk together the marinara sauce, mascarpone cheese, parsley, and thyme.

Step 4
~5 min

Cook tortellini in a large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 2 minutes.

Step 5
~5 min

Drain the tortellini.

Step 6
~5 min

Add the cooked tortellini to the sauce mixture and toss to coat.

Step 7
~5 min

Transfer the tortellini mixture to the prepared baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 8
~5 min

Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

Step 9
~5 min

Cover and bake until the sauce is bubbling and the cheeses are melted, about 30 minutes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add browned ground beef or sausage for a heartier dish.

Use different types of cheese for variation.

Broil for a few minutes at the end to brown the cheese.

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 refrigerated for up to 24 hours.

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

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, family meals

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Weeknight meal
Potluck

Popularity Score

70/100

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