Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the 1 pound ground beef or turkey and break it into small crumbles with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes.
• Season the meat with kosher salt, pepper, ½ teaspoon dried basil, and ½ teaspoon dried oregano while it browns. If using very lean meat, stir frequently to prevent sticking.
• Add the 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30–60 seconds.
• Stir in the 28 ounces marinara sauce and reduce the heat to low. Let the sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes to heat through and combine with the meat.
• Add the 12 ounces cooked cheese tortellini to the skillet and gently fold them into the sauce, taking care not to break the pasta.
• Scatter the 8 ounces torn fresh mozzarella evenly over the top of the tortellini and sauce.
• Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake 20–25 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and beginning to turn golden.
• Remove from the oven and sprinkle with parmesan cheese and fresh basil to taste before serving.