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Creamy Alfredo Tortellini Bake Recipe

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This creamy Alfredo tortellini bake is a comforting and delicious pasta casserole that combines cheese tortellini with rich Alfredo sauce, peas, crispy bacon, and a bubbly cheese topping. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing side dish, this oven-baked recipe is simple to prepare and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 20 ounces cheese tortellini
  • 2 cups Alfredo sauce
  • ½ cup hot water
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Assemble Ingredients: Add the cheese tortellini to the prepared baking dish. Pour in the hot water. Then sprinkle frozen peas and crumbled cooked bacon evenly over the tortellini.
  3. Add Sauce and Season: Pour the Alfredo sauce evenly over the tortellini and other ingredients. Gently combine everything to coat the tortellini well with the creamy sauce. Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste.
  4. Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the tortellini mixture.
  5. Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes to allow the tortellini to cook through and the sauce to meld.
  6. Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil carefully, then bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until the cheese topping becomes golden brown and bubbly.
  7. Serve: Let the bake rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.

Notes

  • Use pre-cooked bacon for convenience and crisp texture.
  • You can substitute peas with other vegetables like spinach or broccoli.
  • If Alfredo sauce is not readily available, you can make a quick homemade version using butter, heavy cream, garlic, and Parmesan cheese.
  • For a spicier kick, sprinkle some red pepper flakes before baking.
  • Covering the pasta during initial baking helps retain moisture, preventing the tortellini from drying out.

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