Description
Creamy Tortellini Carbonara is a rich and comforting pasta dish featuring cheese-stuffed tortellini, crispy pancetta, and a creamy egg and cheese sauce.
Ingredients
- 18 oz Tortellini cheese-stuffed or preferred filling
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated (plus extra for garnish)
- 6 oz Pancetta or Bacon diced
- 2 cloves Garlic minced (optional)
- To taste Black Pepper freshly ground
- To taste Salt
- 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- 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.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and grated parmesan cheese until smooth and well-combined. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the diced pancetta or bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic during the last minute of cooking for additional flavor, if desired. Remove the skillet from the heat.
- Add the drained tortellini to the skillet with the pancetta. Pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, stirring constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling. Add reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
- Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste, and add salt if needed. Garnish with extra parmesan and fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen tortellini based on availability.
- Feel free to add peas or other vegetables for extra flavor.
- Adjust the amount of cheese based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg