Cheesy Marinara Tortellini

Name: Cheesy Marinara Tortellini (30-Minute Pasta)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 oz shelf stable tortellini; 24 oz marinara sauce; 6 oz shredded cheese, mozzarella, cheddar, or colby jack; ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley; 1 cup hot water

This cheesy marinara tortellini is a 30-minute pasta dish that combines shelf-stable tortellini with marinara sauce and melted cheese, designed to be customized with roasted vegetables or sausage.

🌍Italian 🥗Vegetarian 🏷️Pasta 🏷️Tortellini 🏷️Marinara 🏷️Cheese

Total

50 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$13–$21

Recipe Source

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From Recette Magazine

Ingredients

12 oz shelf stable tortellini
24 oz marinara sauce
6 oz shredded cheese, mozzarella, cheddar, or colby jack
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 cup hot water

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Instructions

1
In a Suvie pan, stir together 12 oz tortellini, 24 oz marinara sauce, and 1 cup hot water. Place pan in the bottom zone of Suvie, input settings and cook now, stirring tortellini halfway through cooking.
2
Set Suvie Cook Settings: Bottom Zone: Roast at 400°F for 35 minutes, Top Zone: None
3
Remove pan from Suvie, top with 6 oz cheese, and return to Suvie. Continue to cook for 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
4
Remove pan from Suvie, garnish with parsley, and serve.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Stir the cheese into the hot pasta and sauce immediately after draining to ensure even melting and coating.
Don't overcook shelf-stable tortellini—follow package directions closely to avoid mushy pasta.
Add fresh parsley at the end for bright flavor and color contrast against the red sauce.
Heat your serving bowls or plates before plating to keep the dish warmer longer.

Substitutions

marinara sauce → vodka sauce or alfredo sauce (changes flavor profile significantly)
fresh parsley → fresh basil or Italian seasoning (similar brightness, different herb note)
mixed cheeses → parmesan (sharper flavor, use slightly less by weight)
hot water → pasta cooking water (helps emulsify sauce, replaces hydration function)

Storage & make-ahead

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or sauce to restore creaminess.

Common Questions

Can I use fresh tortellini instead of shelf-stable?

Yes, fresh tortellini works well and may cook slightly faster (3-5 minutes). Check package directions and reduce cooking time accordingly.

What cheeses work best for this recipe?

Mozzarella, cheddar, and colby jack are all excellent choices. You can also mix two types for deeper flavor.

Can I make this ahead?

Cook the tortellini separately and store it with the sauce refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave.