The days are long, the nights are hectic, but the people are still hungry. Busy-Wife Tortellini takes away the stress of a busy time with a simple and very delicious meal! Cheese tortellini is combined in a creamy parmesan cheese sauce with fresh parsley and savory bacon to create a quick, yet oh-so satisfying and comfy meal. Go home, whip up some Busy-Wife Tortellini, eat, enjoy, and relax for the rest of the evening! You deserve a break today!
Ingredients
- 1 (9-ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 8 strips bacon, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped, plus more, whole leaves, to taste, for garnish
Directions
Step 1 –In a large pot of salted, boiling water, cook the tortellini to al dente, according to package directions. Drain the water.
Step 2 –In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon pieces, stirring occassionaly, until they are crisp.
Step 3 –Transfer the cooked bacon pieces to a paper towel-lined plate, then drain the drippings from the skillet.
Step 4 –In the same skillet over medium heat, add the heavy cream, the parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup of the parsley, and the cooked bacon pieces. Stir in the cooked tortellini.
Step 5 –Serve the tortellini garnished with the extra parsley leaves.
