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Irresistible Alfredo Tortellini Bake Recipe

Irresistible Alfredo Tortellini Bake


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  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 3 1x

Description

Comfort meets luxury in this cheesy alfredo tortellini bake with crispy bacon crumble that promises rich Italian-inspired flavors. Pasta lovers will delight in this creamy, indulgent dish blending classic ingredients with irresistible texture.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 oz (340 g) cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 cups (480 mL) Alfredo sauce (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 cup (100 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup (50 g) Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • ¼ cup (25 g) breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Tortellini Preparation: Submerge tortellini in vigorously salted water, cooking until they buoyantly float and reach perfect al dente consistency. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
  2. Oven Preheation: Calibrate oven to 375F (190C), lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil spray to prevent sticking.
  3. Sauce Creation: Whisk Alfredo sauce with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese, salt, and cracked pepper, forming a harmonious, flavor-packed blend.
  4. Tortellini Coating: Thoroughly envelop cooked tortellini in the creamy sauce, ensuring complete and even coverage.
  5. Assembly and Cheese Layer: Distribute sauced tortellini evenly in the prepared baking dish, then lavishly blanket with mozzarella cheese to create a molten surface.
  6. Crispy Topping Composition: Transform bacon into delicate fragments and blend with golden breadcrumbs, creating a crunchy, textural crown.
  7. Baking Process: Sprinkle bacon-breadcrumb mixture over the cheese layer, then bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese bubbles and turns golden brown.
  8. Finishing Touches: Remove from oven, allow brief resting period, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately with a complementary green salad or warm garlic bread.

Notes

  • Perfect Pasta Texture: Boil tortellini just until they float, avoiding overcooking to maintain a tender, delicate bite that preserves the pasta’s delightful filling.
  • Sauce Coating Technique: Gently fold tortellini into Alfredo sauce, ensuring complete coverage without breaking the delicate pasta pockets for maximum flavor absorption.
  • Cheese Melting Mastery: Sprinkle mozzarella evenly, allowing it to create a golden, bubbling surface that provides a rich, creamy texture with perfectly melted consistency.
  • Crispy Topping Secrets: Toast bacon and breadcrumbs separately before combining to enhance crunchiness and prevent soggy toppings, delivering a satisfying textural contrast.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner, Snacks
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 920 mg
  • Fat: 32 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 47 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 24 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg