Ingredients
– 1 pound cheese tortellini
– 4 thick-cut slices bacon, chopped
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 cups broccoli florets
– 4 tablespoons butter
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh oregano (or 1 teaspoon dried oregano)
– 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
– 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
– 1/3 cup dry white wine such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc (or chicken broth)
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 4 ounces cream cheese
– 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1-Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the 1 pound of cheese tortellini according to package directions until al dente, then drain.
2-In a large skillet, cook the 4 thick-cut slices of chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy, then drain on paper towels.
3-Add the 2 cups of broccoli florets to the same skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook without stirring for 3 to 4 minutes to char the edges, then toss and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until crisp-tender; remove and set aside.
4-In the skillet, melt the 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until it begins to brown (about 3 to 4 minutes), then reduce heat to low and add the 3 cloves of minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of fresh oregano (or 1 teaspoon dried), 1 tablespoon of fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried), and 1 pinch of crushed red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute.
5-Pour in the 1/3 cup of dry white wine and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the 1 cup of heavy cream and 4 ounces of cream cheese, whisking until smooth, and simmer gently for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
6-Stir in the 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the cooked tortellini to the sauce and cook for 2 to 3 minutes to warm through.
7-Divide the tortellini onto plates, top with the charred broccoli and crispy bacon, and serve immediately.
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π₯ Use fresh cheese tortellini for the best flavor.
π₯¦ Cook broccoli without stirring initially to achieve a good char and crisp texture.
π§ Cream cheese adds smoothness and richness to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: SautΓ©ing, Boiling, Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Not specified
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 671 calories
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 43 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
