Description
Tortellini Carbonara is a creamy, indulgent dish that brings together soft cheese tortellini and crispy pancetta in a luscious sauce, creating an unforgettable culinary experience. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe combines rich flavors and textures that will have everyone asking for seconds. With minimal preparation time and simple ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality meal right in your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 4 oz pancetta or bacon, diced
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook tortellini in salted boiling water according to package instructions until they float (about 3-4 minutes). Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook diced pancetta until crispy (4-5 minutes).
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and Parmesan until smooth.
- Reduce skillet heat to low, add minced garlic to pancetta, sauté briefly until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Add hot tortellini to the skillet and toss to combine flavors.
- Quickly pour the egg mixture over the pasta while tossing gently; add reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess. Season with black pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 190mg