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20 Minute Tortellini Pasta Carbonara
A family favorite, 20 Minute Tortellini Pasta Carbonara is an easy and delicious mid-week meal.
Course
entree
Cuisine
American/Southern
Keyword
bacon, broccoli, pasta, tortellini
Prep Time
5
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
15
minutes
minutes
Total Time
20
minutes
minutes
Servings
4
servings
Calories
269
kcal
Author
Paula
Ingredients
19-
ounce package
cheese tortellini
6
slices
bacon
cooked and crumbled
2
teaspoons
garlic clove
minced
10.8-
ounce steam fresh package
broccoli
1/2
cup
heavy whipping cream
half and half or light cream can be used
parmesan cheese
3
tablespoons
basil
plus extra for garnish
Instructions
Cok tortellini according to package directions. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
Cook bacon until crisp. Drain then chop.
Heat broccoli according to package directions. Set aside.
Leave approximately 2 tablespoon bacon drippings in the pan. Add garlic and cook on medium for 1 minute or until fragrant.
Add broccoli, stir.
Add bacon, stir.
Add pasta, cream, and pasta water to the pan. Stir and simmer 2 to 3 minutes.
Add parmesan and basil. Serve
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Nutrition
Calories:
269
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
7
g
|
Protein:
7
g
|
Fat:
24
g
|
Saturated Fat:
11
g
|
Cholesterol:
63
mg
|
Sodium:
255
mg
|
Potassium:
330
mg
|
Fiber:
2
g
|
Sugar:
1
g
|
Vitamin A:
914
IU
|
Vitamin C:
69
mg
|
Calcium:
58
mg
|
Iron:
1
mg