Ingredients:

  • 20 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini
  • 24 oz marinara sauce
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the marinara sauce and softened cream cheese. Stir vigorously until the cream cheese is fully incorporated and the sauce is velvety. Stir in the garlic powder and red pepper flakes.
  2. Add the refrigerated cheese tortellini directly into the sauce mixture. Gently fold the pasta until thoroughly coated, then transfer the mixture into a greased 9x9 inch baking dish, smoothing the top.
  3. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over the top. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the sauce is bubbling. Turn the broiler on high for the final 2-3 minutes until the cheese develops golden-brown spots.
  4. Remove from oven and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.