Creamy Brown Butter Tortellini with Savory Turkey Bacon Delight
A deliciously creamy and rich tortellini dish featuring the nutty flavor of brown butter paired with savory turkey bacon, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Meat
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces tortellini
- 4 strips turkey bacon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy; remove and chop.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat until it turns brown and nutty.
- Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; stir until combined.
- Mix in cooked tortellini and bacon; season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use brown butter generously.
- Feel free to substitute regular bacon if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Creamy Brown Butter Tortellini, Tortellini, Turkey Bacon, Pasta Recipe