All the gooey, cheesy goodness of pizza meets tender tortellini in this easy, family-friendly bake — ready in under 40 minutes and loved by both kids and adults alike!
🕒 Recipe Info
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
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Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
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Total Time: 40 minutes
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Servings: 6
🛒 Ingredients
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1 (20 oz) package cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
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2 cups pizza sauce (or marinara sauce)
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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½ cup shredded cheddar or provolone cheese
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½ cup mini pepperoni slices (or chopped pepperoni)
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½ tsp Italian seasoning
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¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
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2 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Optional toppings: black olives, bell peppers, mushrooms, or sausage
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil or nonstick spray.
2. Cook the Tortellini
Boil tortellini according to package directions until just al dente (about 2–3 minutes less than stated). Drain and set aside.
3. Assemble the Bake
In the baking dish, combine:
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Cooked tortellini
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Pizza sauce
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Italian seasoning
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Half the mozzarella and cheddar cheese
Stir gently to coat the pasta evenly.
Top with remaining cheeses, pepperoni slices, and any optional toppings (like mushrooms or olives).
4. Bake
Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden on top.
For extra crispiness, broil for an additional 2–3 minutes at the end.
5. Serve
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh basil or parsley for a pop of color.
Tips
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Swap in meat tortellini or spinach ricotta tortellini for variety.
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Want extra gooey cheese? Add a few dollops of ricotta before baking.
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For a lower-carb option, replace tortellini with zucchini noodles or cauliflower gnocchi.
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