Description
Creamy and indulgent Tortellini Carbonara is a twist on the classic pasta dish, combining cheesy tortellini with a rich bacon and egg sauce.
Ingredients
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Tortellini Carbonara:
- 1 package (20 oz) tortellini (chicken & garlic or three cheese)
- 8 oz thick-cut bacon, diced
- 3 egg yolks
- 3/4 cup grated parmesan
- 1/2 cup grated pecorino cheese
- 1/4 tsp ground pepper
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Prepare Bacon: Cut bacon into small pieces and cook in a skillet until just cooked.
- Mix Ingredients: Whisk together egg yolks, cheeses, and pepper in a bowl.
- Cook Tortellini: Boil tortellini, then drain, reserving some pasta water.
- Combine: In the skillet, mix bacon, butter, egg/cheese mixture, and tortellini.
- Add Pasta Water: Gradually mix in pasta water to create a creamy sauce.
- Serve: Garnish with cheese and pepper before serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Feel free to substitute spaghetti or rigatoni for the tortellini.
- Traditional carbonara uses guanciale or pancetta instead of bacon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 780
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 215mg
