Best 11 Cheesy Tortellini With Meatballs Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our cheesy tortellini with meatballs, a delectable dish that combines the tenderness of tortellini, the savory flavors of meatballs, and a creamy, cheesy sauce. This recipe is a perfect blend of textures and flavors, offering a hearty and satisfying meal for any occasion. Along with the main recipe, we also provide variations for vegetarian meatballs, a slow cooker method for added convenience, and a delectable tortellini soup that transforms this dish into a comforting and flavorful broth. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this versatile and delicious recipe.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MEATBALL SOUP WITH CHEESE TORTELLINI



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A perfect weeknight dinner! This Italian Meatball Soup recipe is full of tender, plump tortellini, mini meatballs and flavorful Parmesan cheese in a zesty tomato broth.

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Dinner     Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 small onion, diced (about 1 cup)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 (28 oz) can petite diced tomatoes (not drained)
1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
4 cups beef broth (or more to thin the soup if desired)
1 (20 oz) package frozen Italian mini meatballs, thawed
20 ounces fresh refrigerated cheese tortellini pasta
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese, plus additional for garnish
Salt and pepper, to taste
Chopped fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until starting to soften, about 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 more minute.
  • Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, beef broth, and meatballs. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer (uncovered) for 20 minutes.
  • Add tortellini and cook just until tender, about 5-7 more minutes.
  • Stir in Parmesan cheese. Taste and season with salt and pepper, if necessary.
  • Serve soup immediately, and garnish with additional cheese and fresh herbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 74 mg, Sodium 1155 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 cup

EASY BAKED TORTELLINI AND MEATBALLS



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Easy Baked Tortellini and Meatballs is a wonderfully delicious dinner option any night of the week! Everyone in the family will love this cheesy, delicious pasta!

Provided by Erin Indahl-Fink @ Delightful E Made

Categories     Main Dish

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

18 - 20 frozen Italian meatballs (defrosted)
20 ounce pkg., refrigerated cheese tortellini
24 ounce jar, marinara sauce
14.5 ounce can, diced tomatoes
1 c. ricotta cheese
1 1/2 tsp. Italian herbs
1 tsp. garlic salt
1 1/2 c. shredded mozzarella cheese
Shredded Parmesan cheese for topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In an oval or 9 x 13" baking dish, defrost the meatballs in the microwave according to package instructions.
  • To the defrosted meatballs add the tortellini, marinara sauce, and diced tomatoes. Toss together well to coat the pasta and meatballs completely.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the ricotta cheese, Italian herbs, and garlic salt. Drop small dollops of the ricotta cheese mixture evenly over the top of the pasta. Top the pasta evenly with the shredded mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake at 350 for 30-35 minutes or until the cheese is completely melted. Cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Top each serving with shredded Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 704 kcal, Carbohydrate 53 g, Protein 41 g, Fat 36 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Cholesterol 136 mg, Sodium 1851 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

JUMBO CHEESY ITALIAN MEATBALLS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing
3 1/2 cups torn stale Italian bread (about 1/4 loaf)
1 cup whole milk
2 large eggs
2 pounds ground beef chuck
1 small bunch parsley, chopped(about 1 cup)
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 clove garlic, grated
Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
3 to 4 sprigs basil, plus chopped leaves for topping
Kosher salt
Ricotta cheese, for topping

Steps:

  • Make the meatballs: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and brush a baking sheet with olive oil. Pulse the bread in a food processor to make coarse crumbs. Transfer to a small bowl, add the milk and set aside to soak. Lightly beat the eggs in a large bowl, then add the beef, parsley, parmesan, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and the red pepper flakes; mix with your hands to combine. Add the bread-milk mixture and mix until just combined (do not overmix).
  • Dampen your hands and shape the meat mixture into 4 large balls. Make an indentation in the center of each with your thumb and stuff with a mini mozzarella ball, then mold the meat around the cheese. Arrange the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake until browned and firm, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the sauce: Heat the olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until the garlic softens, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, 1 cup water, the basil sprigs and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer until thickened, about 30 minutes.
  • Remove the meatballs from the oven and add to the sauce, spooning some of the sauce on top. Continue cooking, occasionally spooning the sauce over the meatballs, until tender and cooked through, about 6 minutes. Serve with ricotta and chopped basil.
  • You can form all of these meatballs a day ahead; cover and refrigerate until ready to cook.

CHEESY BAKED TORTELLINI



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Olive oil
2 cups marinara sauce
1/3 cup mascarpone cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 pound purchased cheese tortellini
2 ounces thinly sliced smoked mozzarella
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly oil an 8 by 8 by 2-inch baking dish.
  • Whisk the sauce, mascarpone cheese, parsley and thyme in a large bowl to blend. Cook the tortellini in a large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 2 minutes. Drain. Add the tortellini to the sauce and toss to coat. Transfer the tortellini mixture to the prepared baking dish. Top the mixture with the smoked mozzarella and Parmesan. Cover and bake until the sauce bubbles and the cheeses on top melt, about 30 minutes.

TORTELLINI SOUP WITH MEATBALLS



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A tasty alternative to regular chicken noodle soup. You can add other veggies to this also, for example some chopped spinach. The chicken-apple sausage give it a unique flavor. Yummy and makes a great, filling dinner. This can be frozen.

Provided by Diane Horn Talts

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 24

extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, smashed
2 large carrots, chopped
2 ribs celery, sliced
1 bay leaf
4 sprigs fresh thyme
3 quarts low-sodium chicken broth
5 parsley stems
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
kosher salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
6 links chicken-apple sausage. meat removed from casings
1 egg
¼ cup fresh parsley leaves, or to taste
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
kosher salt to taste
1 pinch freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 pounds frozen tortellini
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, or as desired
2 tablespoons olive oil, or as desired
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Set a large stockpot over medium heat. Add extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, carrots, celery, bay leaf, and thyme. Gently cook and stir until fragrant, 5 to 7 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and add parsley stems. Add Parmesan cheese, kosher salt, and pepper. Bring soup to a boil, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat and allow to simmer while you make the meatballs.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened and browned, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer cooked onion to the bowl of a food processor. Add sausage, egg, parsley, Parmesan cheese, and thyme. Season meatball mixture with salt and pepper.
  • Add remaining olive oil to the skillet and warm over medium heat until just smoking. Use a small scoop to drop meatball mixture onto the skillet. Cook meatballs, turning frequently, until golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Drop frozen tortellini into simmering soup and cook until they float, 3 to 5 minutes. Add browned meatballs to soup and return to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper. Serve soup in shallow bowls with a shower of Parmesan cheese, olive oil, and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 531.6 calories, Carbohydrate 49.4 g, Cholesterol 128 mg, Fat 26.6 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 848.2 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

CHEESY ITALIAN TORTELLINI



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This easy cheesy slow cooker dish is my family's favorite. Make it once and I bet you'll make it once a month from now on.

Provided by TRACY STALLARD

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 8h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ pound ground beef
½ pound Italian sausage, casings removed
1 (16 ounce) jar marinara sauce
1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms
1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated or fresh cheese tortellini
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Crumble the ground beef and Italian sausage into a large skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until browned. Drain.
  • Combine the ground meats, marinara sauce, mushrooms, and tomatoes in a slow cooker. Cover, and cook on LOW heat for 7 to 8 hours.
  • Stir in the tortellini, and sprinkle the mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the top. Cover and cook for 15 more minutes on LOW, or until the tortellini is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468.3 calories, Carbohydrate 35.2 g, Cholesterol 82 mg, Fat 24.1 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 26.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 1185.6 mg, Sugar 10.3 g

CHEESY TORTELLINI WITH MEATBALLS



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A quick and easy weeknight meal. Very flavorful, healthy and filling. Serve with a tossed green salad and crusty garlic bread. For a vegetarian version omit the meatballs and add some sliced zucchini or eggplant.

Provided by Alskann

Categories     European

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (9 ounce) package whole wheat cheese tortellini
12 -14 medium frozen meatballs
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans Italian stewed tomatoes
1 (12 ounce) jar chili sauce
1/2 cup pitted kalamata olive
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup grated romano cheese
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini in large sauce pan according to package directions.
  • Spray a medium saute pan with PAM.
  • Place meatballs in saute pan and cook over medium high heat until lightly browned. Stirring frequently.
  • Add tomatoes and chili sauce.
  • Stir and continue cooking until hot and bubbly, about 5 minutes.
  • Add olives.
  • Drain tortellini and return to pan.
  • Add meatball-tomatoe mixture to tortellini.
  • Stir and cook over medium heat until bubbly.
  • Stir in mushrooms and cook about 5 more minutes.
  • Add cheeses and stir well.
  • Continue cooking until melted through.
  • Serve warm.

CROCK POT CHEESE TORTELLINI AND MEATBALLS WITH VODKA SAUCE



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I'm always looking for easy meals for those busy weekdays. My husband and I both work and have two children that are very active in extracurricular school activities. I like meals that I can just throw in the crock pot before I leave for work and have dinner ready when we get home. This was something I put together and somehow it keeps getting requested.

Provided by ARathkamp

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 6h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (1 1/2 lb) bag frozen cheese tortellini
1 (1 1/2 lb) bag frozen italian style meatballs
1 (20 ounce) jar vodka sauce (or your favorite pasta sauce)
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or reduce or add to your taste)
1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning, flakes
1 cup water
2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except cheese in crock pot.
  • Cook on low for 6 hours.
  • Serve in bowls topped with cheese.
  • Can also serve with garlic bread and a salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 705.8, Fat 25, SaturatedFat 13.5, Cholesterol 115.8, Sodium 1701.2, Carbohydrate 84.6, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 4.7, Protein 36.2

MEATBALL TORTELLINI



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I combined some favorite staples from our freezer and pantry to come up with this easy dish. It has few ingredients and little preparation. -Tracie Bergeron, Chauvin, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs (12 ounces), thawed
2 cups uncooked dried cheese tortellini
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
2-1/4 cups water
1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
1 package (16 ounces) frozen California-blend vegetables, thawed

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine meatballs and tortellini. In a large bowl, whisk soup, water and Creole seasoning. Pour over meatball mixture; stir well., Cook, covered, on low until tortellini are tender, 3-4 hours. Add vegetables during last half-hour of cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408 calories, Fat 23g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 1592mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

HEARTY CHEESE TORTELLINI



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This is an easy, wonderful recipe that is simple enough for an everyday meal but good enough for company. It makes a large amount, so it feeds plenty of people. I serve it with steamed broccoli covered in a cheese sauce and fresh bread.-Christine Eilerts, Tulsa, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage
1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, cook sausage and beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the marinara sauce, tomatoes and mushrooms. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until heated through. , Prepare tortellini according to package directions; stir into meat mixture. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and cook for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 908mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

SLOW-COOKER MEATBALLS AND TORTELLINI



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This slow-cooker meatball and tortellini dish is just the thing for busy weeknights. Prep it earlier in the day.

Provided by By Annalise Sandberg

Categories     Entree

Time 3h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 egg
3/4 cup Progresso™ Italian Bread Crumbs 15oz (89102)
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 can (16 oz) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons canned Muir Glen™ organic tomato paste
1 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 package (10 oz) refrigerated cheese tortellini
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Chopped fresh basil leaves, if desired

Steps:

  • In large bowl, mix Meatball ingredients. Shape mixture into 12 round meatballs.
  • In 6-quart slow cooker, mix diced tomatoes, tomato paste, broth, Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add meatballs to slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on High heat setting 3 hours or on Low heat setting 6 hours or until meatballs are completely cooked through.
  • Add tortellini; cover and cook 10 to 15 minutes or until soft.
  • Serve meatballs and tortellini with Parmesan cheese and basil.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

Tips:

  • Make sure to use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the overall flavor of the dish.
  • Don't overcook the tortellini. They should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to them.
  • Use a variety of cheeses. This will give the dish a more complex flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of meatballs. You could use beef, pork, chicken, or even turkey meatballs.
  • Serve the dish immediately with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or basil.

Conclusion:

Cheesy tortellini with meatballs is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its combination of creamy cheese, tender tortellini, and savory meatballs, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give cheesy tortellini with meatballs a try. You won't be disappointed!

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