Creamy Garlic Parmesan Tortellini with Turkey Bacon Delight
A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring tortellini, turkey bacon, and a delightful garlic parmesan sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free, Low-carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package tortellini
- 4 strips turkey bacon
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package directions and set aside.
- In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and chop.
- In the same pan, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked tortellini and chopped turkey bacon to the sauce. Stir to combine.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter option, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or peas for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Parmesan Tortellini, Tortellini Recipe, Pasta Dish