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Creamy Tortellini Carbonara

Creamy Tortellini Carbonara: A Cozy Italian Hug on a Plate

Delight in a quick and creamy tortellini carbonara, ready in 30 minutes for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 3 large Eggs Essential for creating the luscious creamy texture.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Adds richness; can substitute with half-and-half or Greek yogurt.
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Enhances flavor and thickens the sauce.
  • ¼ cup Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese Introduces sharpness and depth.
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper A key seasoning for taste.
  • Red Pepper Flakes Optional; adds a kick of heat.
For the Tortellini
  • 12 ounces Cheese Tortellini Provides the main component of the dish; fresh or dried works well.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for sautéing to infuse flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor enhancement.
For Garnishing
  • Chopped Fresh Parsley Fresh touch for garnishing; other fresh herbs can also be used.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • large skillet
  • large pot
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 3 large eggs with 1 cup of heavy cream, ½ cup of grated Parmesan, ¼ cup of grated Pecorino Romano, and a dash of freshly ground black pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 4 ounces of diced pancetta and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until crispy. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Fill a large pot with water, add salt, and bring to a boil. Cook 12 ounces of cheese tortellini according to the package instructions, around 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Add the drained tortellini to the skillet with pancetta and garlic. Toss gently to coat the tortellini.
  5. Pour the egg and cheese mixture into the skillet with the tortellini. Quickly toss for about 1 to 2 minutes, stirring in reserved pasta water as needed until achieving a creamy consistency.
  6. Taste the creamy tortellini carbonara, adjust seasoning as desired, and sprinkle chopped parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Always remove the skillet from heat before adding the egg mixture to prevent scrambling. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.

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