Tortellini Casserole

Tired of the same old Mac & Cheese, change it up with this tasty recipe.

It soon will become a family favorite.

If you're looking for a nutritional meal with less calories

This one is not for you.  

 

Tortellini Casserole

 

Ingredients

1  package (16 ounces) cheese- or beef-filled tortellini

2  tablespoons butter

3  tablespoons all-purpose flour

2  cups low-fat milk

1  teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1/4  teaspoon salt

1/3  cup dry bread crumbs

1/3  cup grated Parmesan cheese

 

Directions

1. Heat oven to 450°F. Butter a shallow 1-1/2- to 2-quart casserole dish. Cook pasta according to package directions.

2. While pasta is cooking, prepare sauce. In small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and stir constantly for 1 minute, until a smooth paste forms. Slowly add milk, whisking with a wire whisk until smooth. Cook 3 to 4 minutes, until sauce bubbles and thickens. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and salt. Remove from heat.

3. Drain pasta and return to pot. Toss with white sauce and transfer to prepared casserole; sprinkle with bread crumbs and cheese. Bake 5 to 10 minutes, or until top is golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes before serving

 

Tip

Added some cooked chicken, peas and plenty of fresh ground pepper. Kids ate it up!

 

Heat oven to 450

Makes: 4 servings

Bake: 5 to 10 minutes

Stand: 5 minutes

 

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 510

Total Fat: 18

 Cholesterol: 75

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