Turkey Bacon Cream Cheese Tortellini
Indulge in the creamy and savory delight of Turkey Bacon Cream Cheese Tortellini, a dish that combines tender cheese tortellini with a rich cream sauce, crispy turkey bacon, and a sprinkle of Parmesan. Perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to impress your guests. With only 30 minutes from start to finish, you can easily whip up this indulgent pasta dish that appeals to both adults and kids. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins for added variety. Enjoy the ease of minimal clean-up while savoring every delicious bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz cheese tortellini
- 6 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the tortellini according to package instructions (3-5 minutes). Drain, reserving about 1/2 cup pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook chopped turkey bacon until crispy (5-7 minutes). Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and leave some grease in the skillet.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about 1 minute. Lower heat and add cream cheese, stirring until melted. Gradually mix in heavy cream until combined.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning; season with salt and pepper.
- Fold in cooked tortellini and reserved pasta water as needed for sauce consistency. Add crispy bacon and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 95mg