Bacon Cream Cheese Tortellini (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta
01 -
12 oz fresh or frozen cheese tortellini
→ Sauce Base
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6 oz softened cream cheese
03 -
1 cup heavy cream
04 -
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
→ Proteins
05 -
6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
→ Aromatics & Seasonings
06 -
2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Garnish
09 -
Fresh chopped parsley
# Instructions:
01 -
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, reserving the rendered fat in the skillet.
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Add minced garlic to the bacon fat and sauté for approximately 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
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Reduce heat to low. Add softened cream cheese to the skillet, stirring continuously until it begins to melt and combine with the garlic.
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Gradually pour in heavy cream while stirring constantly to create a smooth sauce. Add grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, continuing to stir until cheese fully melts.
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Add salt and pepper to taste, adjusting seasoning as needed.
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Add cooked tortellini and crumbled bacon to the sauce, gently tossing until pasta is completely coated.
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Transfer to serving plates and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
# Notes:
01 -
For a thicker consistency, add additional cream cheese to the sauce.
02 -
Consider incorporating fresh spinach or peas for color and added nutrition.