Tortellini With Peas And Bacon Recipes

CHEESE TORTELLINI WITH PEAS AND BACON

Steps:

• In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water, and return to pot.
• Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy, 6 minutes. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and let cool, then chop.
• Drain half the fat from the skillet and add garlic. Cook over low heat until fragrant, 1 minute. Add peas and stir until coated, then add cooked tortellini, bacon, Parmesan, and 1/4 cup pasta water.
• Garnish with Parmesan, season with pepper, and serve.

TORTELLINI WITH PEAS AND BACON

Steps:

• Boil tortellini.
• While pasta is cooking, fry bacon till crispy.
• Remove bacon and drain bacon grease from pan except for one tablespoon.
• Cook onion in bacon grease till golden brown.
• Pour in heavy cream and cook till slightly thickened.
• Add cooked pasta,cheese ,peas and crumble in bacon.
• Salt and pepper to taste.
• Heat one minute and serve.
• Sprinkle with additional parmesan cheese if desired.

TORTELLINI ALFREDO WITH PEAS AND BACON

Steps:

• Saute onion, mushrooms and bacon in medium saucepan over medium-heat until bacon is crisp and the onions and mushrooms soft; drain.
• Add pasta, sauce, pease and pepper; cook stirring occasionally, for 1 minutes.
• Sprinkle with parsley and cheeses.
• Serve with cheese and a rich, Chardonay.