Description
Gourmet tortellini carbonara brings Italian culinary magic to your kitchen with creamy pancetta-studded perfection. Rich pasta nestles in silky egg sauce, delivering Roman comfort you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (450 grams) cheese tortellini
- 6 ounces (170 grams) bacon
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (100 grams) parmesan cheese
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
- Boil tortellini in salted water according to package guidelines until al dente, then carefully drain and set aside.
- Crisp bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until golden brown and crunchy, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving the rendered fat in the pan.
- Sauté minced garlic in the bacon drippings for approximately 60 seconds, releasing its aromatic essence without browning.
- Whisk eggs, grated Parmesan, and heavy cream in a separate mixing bowl, seasoning with freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of salt.
- Add cooked tortellini to the skillet, gently tossing with crispy bacon pieces and fragrant garlic.
- Remove skillet from heat and immediately pour the egg mixture over the tortellini, continuously stirring to create a silky, smooth sauce without allowing eggs to scramble.
- Plate the carbonara immediately, sprinkling with finely chopped fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese for a luxurious finish.
Notes
- Temper eggs carefully by slowly adding hot pasta water to prevent scrambling and ensure a silky smooth sauce.
- Use high-quality Parmesan cheese for richer flavor, grating it fresh for maximum taste and texture.
- Crisp bacon is key; drain excess fat to keep the dish from becoming greasy and maintain a balanced flavor profile.
- For vegetarian version, swap bacon with smoky roasted mushrooms or crispy pancetta-style plant-based alternatives to maintain the recipe’s depth and complexity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg