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Easy Cheesy Sheet Pan Broccoli Tortellini

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A quick and comforting weeknight dinner featuring roasted broccoli and cheese tortellini baked on a sheet pan for easy cleanup and delicious flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
  • 3 cups broccoli florets (about 300 grams), bite-sized
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (150 grams)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (50 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, a pinch)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets, then pat dry. Place in a large mixing bowl.
  3. If using frozen tortellini, boil for 2 minutes less than package instructions, then drain and rinse with cold water. Add tortellini to the bowl with broccoli. If using fresh tortellini, add directly later.
  4. Toss broccoli and tortellini with olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
  5. Spread the mixture evenly on a large rimmed baking sheet, ensuring broccoli is not overcrowded.
  6. Roast in the oven for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  7. Remove pan from oven and sprinkle shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the mixture.
  8. Return to oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly with golden spots.
  9. Optionally, sprinkle lemon zest over the finished dish.
  10. Serve hot straight from the pan.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure broccoli crisps up nicely. Pat broccoli dry before roasting to avoid sogginess. Watch cheese closely during melting to prevent burning. For frozen tortellini, boil briefly before roasting. Can substitute gluten-free tortellini or dairy-free cheese for dietary needs.

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