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Creamy Tortellini Carbonara

Indulgent Creamy Tortellini Carbonara for Cozy Nights

Experience the comforts of Creamy Tortellini Carbonara on chilly evenings with this rich, easy-to-make recipe.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 680

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 pound cheese tortellini fresh or dried
For the Sauce
  • 4 ounces pancetta, diced about 1 cup; turkey bacon can be used
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese or pecorino for a bolder taste
  • ½ cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese optional
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced fresh recommended
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper adjust to taste
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt to taste
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Large Pot
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs and 2 egg yolks until frothy, then mix in 1 cup of heavy cream, 1 cup of grated Parmesan, ½ cup of grated Pecorino Romano, and ¼ teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add 4 ounces of diced pancetta and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 pound of cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 3-5 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  4. Add the drained tortellini to the skillet with the pancetta and toss gently. Pour the carbonara sauce over the tortellini, stirring vigorously to combine. Add reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
  5. Toss the pasta and sauce together on low heat for 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 680kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 30gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 245mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for up to 2 days in the fridge or frozen for 1 month. Reheat gently, adding reserved pasta water if needed.

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