Tortellini-a-la-Carbonara

Ingredients

• 1 package of tortellini
• 1 cup of heavy cream
• 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• 4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese has melted. Add the cooked bacon and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
3. Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the tortellini is heated through.
4. Serve hot and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Tortellini-a-la-Carbonara is a popular Italian dish, but it’s not a traditional Italian recipe. It was actually created in the 1960s by a chef in Rome, as a way to make a more delicious version of the classic carbonara.
• Tortellini is a type of pasta that is shaped like a ring and made with thin layers of dough filled with cheese, meat, or other ingredients.
• Carbonara is a classic Italian dish made with egg, cheese, bacon, and black pepper.