Description
A velvety pasta dish of cheesy keto tortellini, crispy turkey bacon, and peas in a rich cream and parmesan sauce, perfect for a keto-friendly family meal ready in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
1¾ cup heavy whipping cream
¼ cup chopped parsley (fresh)
½ cup grated parmesan
1 pack (18 oz) cheese tortellini (keto-compliant, e.g., Jovial brand)
1 cup frozen peas
8 strips turkey bacon (halal option)
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
¼ tsp black pepper (freshly cracked preferred)
½ tsp salt (adjust to taste based on pasta content)
Instructions
Prep all ingredients: chop parsley, grate parmesan, and cook turkey bacon separately
Boil tortellini per package instructions and drain
In a large skillet, warm heavy cream on medium heat
Whisk in parmesan steadily until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy
Add peas to the cream sauce and cook for 2–3 minutes to thaw
Toss cooked tortellini and crispy turkey bacon into the sauce and stir thoroughly to coat
Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Use keto-compliant tortellini for proper diet alignment
Stir pasta after tossing to prevent clumping
Reserve boiling water to thin the sauce, if needed
Freshly cracked pepper enhances flavor; adjust to taste
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Main dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian