Creamy Garlic Parmesan Tortellini with Turkey Bacon Delight
A delicious creamy dish made with tortellini, turkey bacon, and a rich garlic parmesan sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package cheese tortellini
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble into pieces.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring, then add parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Combine the tortellini and crumbled bacon into the sauce, mixing well.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or peas for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Parmesan Tortellini, Tortellini recipe, Turkey bacon, Comfort food