Tortellini Carbonara: Easy and Indulgent with Turkey Bacon
A deliciously creamy tortellini carbonara made with turkey bacon for a lighter twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Pasta
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces cheese tortellini
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the chopped turkey bacon until crispy.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, Parmesan cheese, and heavy cream.
- Remove the skillet from heat and add the cooked tortellini, followed by the egg mixture, stirring quickly to coat the pasta.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can substitute pancetta for turkey bacon.
- Add peas or spinach for extra vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Tortellini Carbonara, Pasta Recipe, Easy Dinner