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Home » Dinner » Creamy Tortellini with Peas Asparagus and Bacon

Creamy Tortellini with Peas Asparagus and Bacon

Created: March 29, 2017 Updated: February 2, 2023 by Lyuba Brooke 47 Comments *This post may contain affiliate links. Read More...

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Delicious creamy tortellini dish made comforting with Parmesan cream sauce and crispy bacon and it’s also loaded with peas and asparagus. This is an easy dinner that will only take about 30 minutes to prepare.

white bowl full of creamy tortellini with vegetables.

Creamy Tortellini Recipe

Want a super easy dinner that’s ready in 30 minutes?

Oh, why would I even ask… Easy and quick is what everyone is after when it comes to weeknight dinners. Or, if your husband calls after he gets out of work, telling you that he didn’t get a chance to eat and he’s starving. Then, you realize that you didn’t really plan to cook today and you need to whip up something fast for the hungry husband. The same hungry husband that, ironically, manages a restaurant and is coming home hungry.

This isn’t based on a true story or anything (looks away whistling). The moral of the story is that this is a perfect dish to make when you only have 30 minutes and you need a delicious, comforting dish to knock some socks off some hungry tummies.

closeup of creamy tortellini with bacon and vegetables.

Some More Tortellini Recipes:

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scooping out some tortellini with a fork.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I substitute heavy whipping cream?

Heavy whipping cream is the best choice for rich and creamy sauce. If you would like to substitute it because of the availability, you can use half and half but remember that it is thinner. So the sauce with not be as rich or as thick.
If you want to substitute because of a lactose intolerance or another dairy allergy issue, there are a few things on the market. I found that lactose free half and half works as a great substitution. The sauce is not as rich but it still works veery well. Check your store for the brands available, but the one I use is Organic Valley.
As far a non-dairy substitution, there are some dairy free heavy whipping cream options. I have tried Silk and Country Crock and those are okay, but work better for desserts as whipped cream rather than in sauces.

Can I use other vegetables?

Absolutely! You can use any denser veggies you love. Try veggies like carrots (sliced), green beans, cauliflower, broccoli, mushrooms, and onions.

Can I double the sauce recipe?

Of course! If you like your dish very saucy, you can doble (or 1 1/2) the amount of cream and parmesan cheese. Don’t forget to add a little more seasoning (salt and pepper) as well.

What other cheeses can I use?

You can use some other cheeses in addition to parmesan or instead of. Try using Pecorino Romano, Romano, Manchego, Asiago, and other hard, aged cheeses. Just remember, they all have slightly or very different flavors. Some are stronger or saltier. So make sure to taste it first.

Creamy Spring Tortellini with Peas Asparagus and Bacon

Delicious creamy tortellini dish made comforting with Parmesan cream sauce and crispy bacon and it’s also loaded with peas and asparagus.
4.55 from 33 votes
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Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 1214kcal
Author: Lyuba Brooke

Ingredients

  • 9 oz three cheese tortellini
  • 1/2 small yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 3/4 cup peas you can use frozen peas
  • 1 cup chopped asparagus
  • 2 lg garlic cloves
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
  • Salt
  • Fresh cracked black pepper
  • .25 lb crispy slices of bacon (5-6 slices)
  • Oil for cooking
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Instructions

  • Cook tortellini according to the package instructions, drain and set aside.
  • Preheat a cooking pan over medium heat and add a couple of tablespoons of oil.
  • Add onions and saute until transparent.
  • Add peas and asparagus. Saute until asparagus starts to soften. Press in garlic and season with some salt and pepper. Mix well and cook veggies for about 5 more minutes.
  • Pour in heavy cream while stirring. Add shaved Parmesan cheese and stir until cheese is melted. Taste and add more salt and pepper if needed.
  • Stir in tortellini until completely mixed in and cook for a couple of minutes.
  • Chop crispy cooked bacon and stir it in right before taking the pan off heat.
  • Serve and enjoy.

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Nutrition

Calories: 1214kcal | 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
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collage of two images of tortellini with bacon and veggies and title.

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I’m Lyuba Brooke, mother of 2, the cook, recipe developer, photographer, and author behind willcookforsmiles.com. I share many classic and original recipes, cooking tips, and tutorials. My passion is sharing delicious meals for everyone to try. Read more...

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Comments

  1. Angie says

    June 3, 2023 at 12:07 pm

    Adding chicken tops it off

    Reply
    • LyubaB says

      June 7, 2023 at 10:50 am

      I bet it does! 😀

      Reply
  2. Yisenia says

    May 16, 2023 at 6:52 pm

    5 stars
    Made it for dinner today and it was delish and soooo easy and quick to make. My daughter loved it too.

    Reply
    • LyubaB says

      May 18, 2023 at 11:55 am

      That’s great to hear! I am so glad she loved it! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Madeleine says

    May 4, 2023 at 6:33 pm

    5 stars
    This is delicious! I used corn instead of peas because that’s what I had in the freezer.

    Reply
    • LyubaB says

      May 16, 2023 at 11:26 am

      So happy you liked it!

      Reply
  4. KarenM says

    April 4, 2023 at 6:52 pm

    5 stars
    This is delicous! I was a little afraid it would be too heavy, but the veggies lightened it up. I will add, that it makes 4 servings for us, not two. Served with a nice tossed side salad.

    Reply
    • LyubaB says

      April 10, 2023 at 10:46 am

      I am so glad you liked it, Karen!

      Reply
  5. LJ says

    March 30, 2023 at 8:12 pm

    5 stars
    Big hit with usually skeptical family!

    Reply
    • LyubaB says

      April 10, 2023 at 11:20 am

      I am so glad they liked it 😉

      Reply
  6. Kristin says

    September 25, 2022 at 3:18 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious! Definitely going into the rotation!

    Reply
    • LyubaB says

      September 26, 2022 at 11:15 am

      So glad you liked it, Kristin!

      Reply
  7. Brenda says

    September 12, 2022 at 6:39 pm

    5 stars
    What is the calorie content of 1214 based on? A cup?? Thank you.

    Reply
    • LyubaB says

      September 14, 2022 at 10:22 am

      It’s the recipe cut in half so it would be more then a cup.

      Reply
  8. Alexa says

    July 15, 2022 at 6:27 pm

    5 stars
    So easy and delicious!

    Reply
    • LyubaB says

      July 18, 2022 at 3:22 pm

      Thanks, Alexa! So glad you liked it!

      Reply
  9. Peggy says

    June 29, 2022 at 6:24 pm

    Deeeeelish! Turned out exactly as pictured.

    Reply
    • LyubaB says

      July 5, 2022 at 9:40 am

      I am so glad you liked it, Peggy!

      Reply
  10. Sherrie says

    May 17, 2022 at 8:18 pm

    This was an easy, quick dinner on a busy day, that I found on Pinterest. Family loved it too. Adding it to my recipes. Paired with a tossed green salad and some red wine. 5 stars!

    Reply
    • LyubaB says

      May 23, 2022 at 10:20 am

      Thank you, Sherrie! Glad you liked it!

      Reply
  11. Ella says

    April 24, 2022 at 10:55 pm

    Looks delish! Love a cream sauce pasta.

    Reply
    • LyubaB says

      April 26, 2022 at 1:50 pm

      Thanks, Ella!

      Reply
  12. Brayelle says

    March 9, 2022 at 7:13 pm

    5 stars
    It was very tasty. I did double the recipe.

    Reply
    • LyubaB says

      March 14, 2022 at 10:34 am

      Thanks for the feedback! I am so glad you liked the recipe!

      Reply
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