Tortellini casserole with bacon and sage recipe

Tortellini Casserole with Bacon and Sage recipe

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Recipe intro

This Tortellini Casserole with Bacon and Sage recipe is a delicious and comforting dish that combines the flavors of crispy bacon, fragrant sage, and cheesy tortellini. It is a perfect choice for a hearty weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal. The combination of savory bacon and earthy sage adds depth to the creamy sauce, while the tender tortellini provides a satisfying bite. With its rich flavors and easy preparation, this casserole is sure to become a family favorite.

Keywords: Tortellini casserole, Bacon, Sage, Comforting, Creamy

Tortellini casserole with bacon and sage recipe details

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Ingredients

250 g	tortellini with cheese or meat filling, ready to cook
1 bunch(es)	spring onions
½ bunch(es)	sage
4	tomatoes, approx. 250g
1	fennel, approx. 200g
3 tbsp	olive oil
	salt and pepper
1 clove(s)	garlic
150 g	Italian bacon (pancetta), diced
2	eggs
200 g	single cream
150 g	sour cream
30 g	butter
30 g	freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Cook the tortellini in salted water until done. Drain.

Slice the spring onions and chop the sage.

Preheat the oven to 200°C.

Crosswise carve the tomato bases, place the tomatoes for 30 seconds into boiling water, then chill shortly with cold water. Peel, halve and dice. Finely slice the fennel.

In a skillet heat the oil, sauté the spring onions, the fennel and the sage for approx. 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt, pepper and the minced garlic.

Stir in the diced bacon and spoon the lot into a greased casserole dish. Fold in the tortellini and tomatoes. Beat the eggs with the single cream and sour cream. Season with salt and pepper. Evenly divide the egg mixture on top of the tortellini mixture. Divide butter flakes on top and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Place the dish into the oven and bake the casserole for 30 minutes.

Preparation time:
ca. 20 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 40 min
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a