Tortellini Carbonara Recipe
This Tortellini Carbonara recipe brings together tender tortellini pasta, crispy pancetta, and a rich, creamy sauce made with Parmesan and eggs. It's a comforting Italian dish with simple ingredients, quick to make, and bursting with flavor. The tortellini adds a twist to the classic carbonara for an easy, hearty dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb tortellini (cheese-filled or your choice)
- 4 oz pancetta, diced
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and set aside.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add pancetta and cook until crispy.
- Add minced garlic to the pan and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- In a small bowl, whisk together eggs and Parmesan cheese.
- Drain the tortellini and add to the pan with pancetta and garlic. Remove the pan from heat.
- Slowly pour the egg mixture over the hot tortellini, stirring constantly to avoid scrambling the eggs. Add reserved pasta water to reach the desired creaminess.
- Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Stir the egg mixture quickly to prevent scrambling.
- Add more pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency if needed.
- Use guanciale or bacon as a substitute for pancetta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
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