Cheesy Tortellini Bake

4.91 from 22 votes

Cheesy Tortellini Bake

Easy and extra cheesy tortellini bake is a weeknight favorite. It's filled with bacon and spinach and on the table in about 30 minutes!

Prep Time15

Cook Time20

Total Time35

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Author: Kristyn Merkley

Ingredients

1 (12-ounce) package cheese tortellini, or any kind of tortellini
4 bacon strips
3 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
¾ teaspoon salt
black pepper
1 teaspoon dried basil
2 cups frozen spinach, thaw, drain, and chop
¾ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
¾ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil. Add tortellini and cook as directed on the package.
Cook bacon and cut it up. Reserve bacon fat from the pan. Add garlic and cook for a minute or two. Add flour to the pan and whisk for a minute. Add milk and mix until smooth. Add salt, pepper, lemon juice, and basil. Bring to a simmer.
Drain tortellini and add back to the pot. Turn to low heat and add spinach and most of the mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, and bacon. Add sauce and stir until well combined.
Add to an 8x8 or 9x9 dish. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and bacon.
Cover your dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes. Serve and enjoy!

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Notes

Prep ahead. Assemble the dish as directed, but don't bake. Instead, cover with plastic and refrigerate for 1-2 days, or wrap again with aluminum foil and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw if needed, and bake as directed.

Store leftovers in an airtight container(s) in the fridge for 2-3 days or freeze for 2-3 months. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop. Add a little bit of milk to help revive the creamy texture.

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