Bacon Tortellini Alfredo is a creamy and flavorful pasta dish that combines rich Alfredo sauce, soft cheese-filled tortellini, and crispy bacon for a deliciously indulgent meal. Here’s a simple recipe you can follow to make this dish:
Ingredients:
- 12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Cook the Tortellini:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the tortellini and cook according to the package instructions, usually about 3-4 minutes for fresh tortellini or 7-9 minutes for frozen.
- Once cooked, drain the tortellini and set aside.
- Cook the Bacon:
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the bacon slices and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Once crispy, remove the bacon from the pan, crumble it into small pieces, and set aside. Leave a small amount of bacon grease in the pan for the sauce.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce:
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Add the heavy cream and milk, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer, allowing it to cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until the cheese has melted and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Combine:
- Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce and toss gently to coat the pasta with the sauce.
- Stir in the crumbled bacon and let it heat through for another minute.
- Serve:
- Plate the bacon tortellini Alfredo and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
This Bacon Tortellini Alfredo is rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a special occasion!
