How to Make Tortellini a la Carbonara - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious, quick and easy pasta dish for your next family dinner or dinner party, look no further than Tortellini a la Carbonara. This dish is a twist on the classic Italian carbonara, which traditionally features spaghetti, egg, cheese, and pancetta or bacon. In this recipe, we use cheese-filled tortellini to add an extra level of flavor and an indulgent creamy texture.

The combination of the rich, creamy sauce with the savory pancetta and the cheesy tortellin...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups spinach tortellini
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 4 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 pound bacon

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, mix egg yolks, cream and cheese.
  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
  • Add tortellini and bacon to carbonara sauce; cook sauce over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Nutrition

    1641 cal.

    • Total Fat: 155g
    • Saturated Fat: 79g
    • Cholesterol: 693mg
    • Sodium: 1537mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 36g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 507mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 557mg