Description
Creamy bacon tortellini alfredo delivers a luxurious Italian-inspired comfort meal packed with rich flavors. Crispy bacon and tender pasta merge in a silky sauce, creating an irresistible dish you’ll crave from first delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb bacon
- 16 oz tortellini
- 2 cups heavy cream
Cheese and Dairy:
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
Seasonings and Extras:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Slice bacon into bite-sized pieces and crisp in a large skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown and perfectly crunchy, approximately 7-8 minutes.
- Remove bacon using a slotted spoon, leaving rendered fat in the pan, and drain crispy pieces on paper towels.
- In the same skillet with bacon drippings, sauté minced garlic until fragrant and lightly golden, about 30-45 seconds.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, stirring continuously to incorporate garlic and release any flavorful browned bits from the pan’s bottom.
- Add cream cheese and butter, whisking smoothly until completely melted and sauce becomes velvety and uniform.
- Incorporate grated parmesan cheese, stirring until fully integrated and sauce thickens to a luxurious consistency.
- Season the alfredo sauce with black pepper and salt, adjusting to taste and creating a rich, balanced flavor profile.
- Cook tortellini in a separate pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente, typically 3-4 minutes.
- Drain tortellini and gently fold into the creamy sauce, ensuring each pasta pillow is generously coated.
- Sprinkle crispy bacon pieces over the tortellini, mixing to distribute evenly throughout the dish.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant, aromatic finishing touch.
- Serve immediately while hot, allowing the creamy sauce and crisp bacon to tantalize taste buds.
Notes
- Perfectly crisp bacon by starting with a cold skillet, allowing fat to render slowly and create an even golden-brown texture.
- Prevent sauce separation by maintaining low to medium heat when adding cream cheese and butter, whisking constantly for a smooth consistency.
- Customize for dietary needs by substituting turkey bacon for a leaner option or using gluten-free tortellini for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Enhance flavor depth by incorporating a splash of white wine or a pinch of nutmeg into the alfredo sauce for a gourmet twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 1025
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 66g
- Saturated Fat: 31g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 210mg