Description
Creamy tortellini carbonara is a comforting weeknight dish that combines tender cheese tortellini with crispy bacon and a rich, velvety sauce. This indulgent meal comes together in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings. Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy this flavorful bowl of goodness, where every bite feels like a warm hug.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 4 oz thick-cut bacon or pancetta, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper (to taste)
- Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot over high heat and add salt. Cook cheese tortellini according to package instructions until they float, about 3-5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook diced bacon or pancetta until crispy, approximately 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs and then slowly incorporate them into the skillet along with Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss until well coated with sauce. If too thick, add reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Season with black pepper and garnish with parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 185mg