630g Casa Della Pasta Anna’s Ham & Cheese Tortellini
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
50ml olive oil
160g bacon, cut into lardons or small pieces
Salt and pepper, to taste
Chili flakes, to taste (optional)
50g spring onion, thinly sliced (for garnish)
Grated mozzarella cheese (for topping)
Grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
Method
Place the bacon in a large pan over medium heat and cook until crispy. Remove the crispy bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
Add the finely chopped onion to the pan with the bacon fat (add a little olive oil if needed). Cook over medium heat until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Season the onion and garlic mixture with salt, pepper, and chili flakes (if using).
While the sauce is cooking, prepare Casa Della Pasta Anna’s Ham & Cheese Tortellini according to the packet instructions.
Drain the cooked tortellini and add it directly to the pan with the onion and garlic sauce. Toss gently to coat.
Divide the tortellini and sauce among serving bowls.
Sprinkle the crispy bacon over the top of each serving.
Garnish with sliced spring onions, grated mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.