- Difficulty: Easy
- Servings: 4 to 6 people
- Nutritional Facts Per Serving (1 out of 6 servings): Calories 396, Total Fat 17 g, Saturated Fat 8 g, Carbohydrates 43 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 17 g, Cholesterol 59 mg, Sodium 868 mg
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
- Olive oil
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1/3 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 pound store-bought cheese tortellini
- 2 ounces smoked mozzarella, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350F and lightly grease an 8x8x2-inch baking pan. Get ready for a comforting, cheesy delight that's simple to whip up!
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the marinara sauce, mascarpone, parsley, and thyme until smooth and fragrant. Boil the tortellini in salted water until just tenderabout 2 minutesthen drain and gently fold into the sauce for an even, flavorful coat that will make your kitchen smell irresistible.
3. Transfer the sauced tortellini to your prepared baking dish. Top with sliced smoked mozzarella and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, until bubbly and the cheeses are perfectly melted. Uncover the creamy tortellini magic and dig inpure cozy bliss awaits!
