Tortellini Al Forno
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5.0
93 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
531 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Tortellini Al Forno
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This Tortellini Al Forno recipe has cheese-filled tortellini tossed in a rich and creamy garlic Alfredo sauce. It tastes just like Olive Garden's famous dish and is super easy to make!
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Ingredients
- 20 oz. refrigerated Tortellini (I like “Giovanni Rana” brand, and I prefer cheese stuffed!)
- 6 lices Bacon uncooked
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 pint half and half (equivalent to 2 cups), you can sub whole milk.
- Salt/Pepper to taste
- ½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- ¼ cup parmesan shredded
- ¼ Asiago cheese shredded (can also use more Parmesan instead)
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- ¾ cup spinach finely shredded (optional)
Instructions
- Use kitchen shears to cut the bacon into 2-3 inch pieces so that they equally cover the pan and cook evenly.
- In a large skillet, (preferably cast iron), cook the bacon slowly on low heat. *Low and slow is best for bacon*.
- Once the bacon is nearly cooked and crisp on each side, cook the tortellini in a large pot according to package instructions. Set aside.
- Remove the cooked bacon from the pan, set aside to cool, and leave 2 Tablespoons of bacon grease in the pan. Keep the heat on low and add the garlic to the pan, cooking for about one minute.
- Increase the heat to medium. Gradually whisk in the flour, stirring constantly, until all flour is incorporated and the grease has thickened.
- Gradually add the half and half (keep stirring). Bring the mixture to a boil and add the salt/pepper and Italian seasoning. Reduce the heat back to low and stir for about 2 more minutes.
- Add the Parmesan, Asiago, and mozzarella cheeses. Stir until well incorporated and thick. Toss in the spinach and the Tortellini and use a rubber spatula to carefully incorporate it into the sauce.
- Once the spinach has wilted (about 1 minute), turn off the heat. Crumble the cooled bacon into smaller pieces and sprinkle over the Tortellini. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
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Calories
531kcal
(27%)
Carbohydrates
47g
(16%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
27g
(42%)
Saturated Fat
11g
(55%)
Cholesterol
85mg
(28%)
Sodium
725mg
(30%)
Potassium
176mg
(5%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
710IU
(14%)
Vitamin C
2.1mg
(2%)
Calcium
361mg
(36%)
Iron
2.9mg
(16%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 531 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 531kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 85mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 725mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 176mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 710IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 2.1mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 361mg | 36% |
| Iron | 2.9mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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93 reviews
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