Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this creamy tortellini carbonara dish, featuring cheese-stuffed tortellini, crispy pancetta, and a velvety sauce made with eggs and Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 18 oz Tortellini cheese-stuffed or preferred filling
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated (plus extra for garnish)
- 6 oz Pancetta or Bacon diced
- 2 cloves Garlic minced (optional)
Seasoning:
- To taste Black Pepper freshly ground
- To taste Salt
- 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Cook Tortellini: Boil a pot of salted water and cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Cook Pancetta: In a skillet, cook pancetta until crispy. Add minced garlic and cook briefly.
- Combine: Toss the cooked tortellini with the pancetta and garlic. Pour in the egg mixture and stir quickly to coat the pasta evenly.
- Serve: Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the pancetta and use mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes for added flavor.
- Adjust the seasoning to suit your taste preferences, adding more pepper for a spicier kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg