Tortellini Al Forno

Ingredients

• 1 package cheese filled tortellini
• 6 slices bacon (chopped)
• 1 large clove garlic
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 3/4 cups whole milk
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1/2 cup Mozzarella (shredded)
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare tortellini (1 package) according to package instructions. Drain and rinse.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, cook chopped bacon (6 slices) in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate. Set aside.

3. 3

   Remove all but 2 tablespoons of bacon drippings from skillet. Add garlic (1) and cook in remaining dripping on low for about 1 minute. Sprinkle flour (2 tablespoons) in the skillet and whisk until combined with drippings. Gradually whisk in milk (1 3/4 cups). Bring to a boil. Add salt (1/4 teaspoon), black pepper (1/4 teaspoon), and dried Italian seasoning (1/4 teaspoon), lower the heat and cook, stirring for 2 minutes. Add mozzarella (1/2 cup) and Parmesan (1/4 cup) and heat until melted. Toss cooked tortellini and bacon in sauce, sprinkle with parsley (2 tablespoons) and serve immediately.