A comforting dish that combines creamy cheese-stuffed tortellini with crispy pancetta in a rich, velvety sauce, perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining.
Servings 4servings
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
1packagecheese-stuffed tortellini
4largeeggs
1cupgrated Parmesan cheese
4ouncespancetta, diced
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Method
Cooking
Cook the tortellini according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, cook the pancetta over medium heat until crispy.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and grated Parmesan until well combined.
Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet with the crispy pancetta; remove from heat.
Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the tortellini, tossing gently to coat.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Ingredient substitutions include bacon or turkey bacon in place of pancetta. For a vegetarian option, use sautéed mushrooms or spinach. Add peas or sun-dried tomatoes for variations.