CREAMY SPRING TORTELLINI WITH PEAS ASPARAGUS AND BACON

Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 25 mins | Total Time: 30 mins | Servings: 2

This tortellini is a very comforting dish packed with peas, asparagus, and crispy bacon in a creamy Parmesan cream sauce. It is an easy dinner option that is made with only a few simple ingredients. Have this Creamy Spring Tortellini with Peas, Asparagus and Bacon ready on your dinner table in under thirty minutes and enjoy a filling, loaded with veggies meal that even your fussiest eaters will absolutely love!

I love easy and quick recipes like this Creamy Spring Tortellini with Peas Asparagus and Bacon. They are my go-to during the busiest, even lazy days. And I can whip them up with a fuss in minutes! This amazing dish is another great addition to your menu rotation. So simple yet super good!

Ingredients

Oil for cooking

2 lg garlic cloves

1/2 small yellow onion, thinly sliced

9 ounces three cheese tortellini

1 c. chopped asparagus

1 c. heavy whipping cream

1/2 c. shaved Parmesan cheese

3/4 c peas you can use frozen peas

25 pound crispy slices of bacon (5-6 slices)

Salt

Fresh cracked black pepper

How to make Creamy Spring Tortellini with Peas, Asparagus and Bacon

Step 1: Following the package directions cook the tortellini. Drain when done and set aside.

Step 2: Into a preheated cooking pan, add a few tbsp oils. Then, add the onions and saute over medium heat until translucent. Next, add the peas and asparagus. Continue to cook until they begin to soften. Add and press in the garlic and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Stir well and cook the veggies for another 5 minutes.

Step 3: While stirring, pour in the heavy cream. Stir in the shaved Parmesan cheese until melted. If needed, season with extra salt and pepper.

Step 4: Add the tortellini to the pan and toss well. Continue to cook for a few minutes more. Add the chopped crispy cooked bacon and stir well.

Step 5: Remove the pan from the heat and serve the Creamy Spring Tortellini with Peas Asparagus and Bacon immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 1214 kcal | Carbohydrates: 74g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 84g | Saturated Fat: 42g | Cholesterol: 265mg | Sodium: 1380mg | Potassium: 532mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 2865IU | Vitamin C: 29.2mg | Calcium: 595mg | Iron: 5.9mg