Description
A rich and creamy tortellini carbonara recipe that combines cheese-filled tortellini with a velvety carbonara sauce.
Ingredients
- 400g cheese-filled tortellini
- 200g pancetta, diced
- 3 large eggs
- 50g grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a pan, cook pancetta until crispy. Add minced garlic and sauté briefly.
- Whisk eggs and Parmesan in a bowl.
- Remove pan from heat and quickly stir in cooked tortellini.
- Pour egg mixture over tortellini, stirring continuously to create a creamy sauce.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh tortellini for best results.
- Do not overcook the eggs to avoid scrambling.
- Add a splash of pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian