Description
Dive into a creamy, cheesy delight with Bacon Tortellini Alfredo! This indulgent pasta combines tender cheese tortellini, crispy bacon, and a rich Alfredo sauce made with Parmesan and garlic. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is comfort food at its best.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cheese tortellini
- 8 slices of bacon, chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Bacon: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the chopped bacon until crispy (6-8 minutes). Remove and set aside, leaving some drippings in the skillet.
- Cook the Tortellini: Prepare the tortellini according to package directions while the bacon cooks. Drain and set aside.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce: In the skillet with bacon drippings, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (1-2 minutes). Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring until thickened.
- Combine Everything: Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss to coat in sauce. Stir in the cooked bacon. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish and Serve: Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of flavor and color.
Notes
- For extra richness, add 1/2 cup of cream cheese to the Alfredo sauce.
- Make it a complete meal by adding cooked chicken or steamed broccoli.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stove-top
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Bacon Tortellini Alfredo, Creamy Bacon Pasta, Tortellini Alfredo Recipe, Cheesy Tortellini Dinner