Tortellini Carbonara

Can't believe I haven't posted this recipe yet.  Super quick meal if you use prepared cooked bacon pieces.  Here goes:

Tortellini Carbonara

4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 cup whipping cream
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley (optional)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese
1 package (9 oz) refrigerated cheese tortellini

In a large saucepan, combine the bacon, cream, parsley and cheese; cook until heated through.  Meanwhile, prepare tortellini according to package directions; drain and transfer to a serving bowl.  Drizzle cheese sauce over tortellini and toss to coat.  Serve immediately.

Yield: 4 servings.

Notes:  I usually use the dry three cheese tortellini found in the pasta section.  Just figure out how much you need, and adjust your sauce accordingly.  I usually cook the bacon in the microwave to save time and mess, but you can use the pre-cooked bacon bits or pieces.

Original recipe calls for 8 bacon strips.

Reheating leftovers works better if you add a little milk and heat it on the stovetop.