Tortellini Carbonara Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Creamy Tortellini Carbonara, a family favorite! This quick and easy recipe elevates classic tortellini with a rich and savory cream sauce, perfectly balanced with salty bacon and fresh parsley. Ready in under an hour, it's the perfect weeknight meal.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 348.4 kcal
Protein 24g
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Ingredients for Tortellini Carbonara

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How to Make Tortellini Carbonara

  1. Cook bacon until crispy. Remove bacon from pan, reserving 2 tablespoons of bacon fat.
  2. In the same pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup of heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
  3. Reduce heat to low, and stir in 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
  5. While the sauce simmers, cook tortellini according to package directions.
  6. Drain the tortellini and add it to the cream sauce.
  7. Toss gently to coat the tortellini in the sauce.
  8. Crumble the cooked bacon over the tortellini.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

90g

Carbs

0g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Tortellini Carbonara?

Tortellini Carbonara takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Tortellini Carbonara?

Tortellini Carbonara has approximately 348.4 calories per serving, with about 24 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 49 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Tortellini Carbonara?

The key ingredients for Tortellini Carbonara are Cooked Bacon, Whipping Cream, Fresh Parsley, Parmesan Cheese, Refrigerated Cheese Tortellini. See the full list with measurements above.

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