Description
This Creamy Tortellini Carbonara recipe is a comforting twist on the Italian classic. Cheese-stuffed tortellini blends with eggs, parmesan, and crispy turkey bacon for a quick and cozy meal.
Ingredients
- 18 oz Tortellini (cheese-stuffed or your choice)
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated (plus extra for garnish)
- 6 oz Turkey Bacon, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced (optional)
- Freshly ground Black Pepper, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and grated parmesan cheese until smooth and combined. Set aside.
3. In a large skillet, cook the diced turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5–7 minutes. Add garlic in the last minute of cooking if desired. Remove the skillet from the heat.
4. Add the drained tortellini to the skillet with bacon. Pour in the egg and cheese mixture, stirring constantly so the eggs don’t scramble. The heat will form a creamy sauce.
5. Add reserved pasta water, one tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
6. Season with black pepper and salt as needed. Garnish with extra parmesan and parsley before serving.
Notes
- Eat immediately, Tortellini Carbonara does not reheat well.
- Parsley is optional, but adds freshness.
- If the eggs scramble, don’t worry, it still tastes delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
Keywords: Tortellini Carbonara, easy pasta recipe, creamy tortellini, carbonara with bacon