Easy Creamy Tortellini Carbonara Recipe
Cheese filled tortellini tossed in a creamy carbonara sauce with crispy bacon, parmesan, and a touch of garlic. This easy tortellini carbonara is indulgent, comforting, and ready in just 30 minutes perfect for a quick yet satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 package 9–12 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 4 strips bacon or 3 oz pancetta diced
- 2 large egg yolks
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- Salt + black pepper to taste
- Optional: peas spinach, or red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini
- Boil according to the package. Drain and set aside, saving ¼ cup pasta water.
- Crisp the bacon or pancetta
- In a large skillet, cook until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving a little fat in the pan.
- Sauté garlic
- Add garlic to the pan, sauté 30 seconds until fragrant. Turn off heat.
- Make the sauce
- In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks, parmesan, cream, and a splash of pasta water.
- Combine & toss
- Return tortellini and bacon to the pan. Add the sauce. Toss over very low heat until creamy. Add pasta water as needed to loosen.
- Serve hot
- Top with more cheese, black pepper, and fresh parsley!
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Notes
- Use pancetta instead of bacon for an authentic Italian twist.
- Add peas or spinach for color and freshness.
- Double the sauce for extra creaminess!