Tortellini Carbonara
Tortellini Carbonara is a creamy, indulgent pasta dish that combines tender cheese-filled tortellini with a rich sauce of crispy pancetta, eggs, and Parmesan cheese. This delightful recipe brings restaurant-quality flavors to your home kitchen in just minutes, making it perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests. With its aromatic garlic and the warmth of freshly cracked pepper, each bite is a comforting experience you’ll cherish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz fresh cheese tortellini
- 4 oz pancetta, diced
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini in salted boiling water until al dente (3-5 minutes); reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the pancetta until crispy (5-7 minutes). Add garlic for the last minute of cooking.
- In a bowl, mix eggs and Parmesan until smooth.
- Combine drained tortellini with pancetta and garlic in the skillet. Remove from heat and quickly stir in egg mixture; add reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess.
- Season with black pepper and garnish with parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian version, substitute pancetta with sautéed mushrooms or smoked tofu. - Experiment with different cheeses like Pecorino Romano for added flavor.