TORTELLINI CARBONARA

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I've made this bacon, cream and Parmesan cheese pasta sauce for so many years and have always called it a carbonara. Low-and-behold, I recently found out it's actually more like an Alfredo sauce. In either case, it's absolutely heavenly and a great option for company! -Cathy Croyle, Davidsville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
8 bacon strips, chopped
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Pour off drippings., In same pan, combine cream, cheese, parsley and bacon; heat through over medium heat. Stir in tortellini. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 527 calories, Fat 36g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 728mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.