Creamy Tomato Tortellini with Turkey Bacon: A Cozy Comfort Dish
A delightful creamy tomato tortellini dish enhanced by the savory flavor of turkey bacon, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Meat
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 ounces fresh tortellini
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and chop.
- Add olive oil and garlic to the skillet; sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, cream, and Italian seasoning; bring to a simmer.
- Add the cooked tortellini and chopped bacon to the sauce; stir to combine.
- Season with salt to taste and garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, incorporate fresh spinach or mushrooms into the dish.
- This recipe can be easily doubled for larger servings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 14 grams
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
Keywords: Creamy Tomato Tortellini, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon