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One Pan Creamy Tortellini with Butternut Squash Kale and Bacon

URL: https://www.cookingclassy.com/one-pan-creamy-tortellini-with-butternut-squash-kale-and-bacon/

Ingredients

  • 6 slices bacon
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 3 cups 1/2-inch diced butternut squash
  • 1 Tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp minced fresh sage
  • 1 tsp minced fresh thyme
  • 1 pinch nutmeg
  • to taste salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ cup half and half
  • 1 pkg (9 oz) refrigerated three cheese tortellini
  • 4 cups chopped kale
  • cup finely shredded parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the bacon until crisp, then transfer to a plate, leaving the drippings in the pan.
  2. Sauté the onion for 3 minutes, then add the squash and garlic, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and add the thyme, sage, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium-low heat.
  4. Cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes until the squash is nearly tender.
  5. Add the half and half and tortellini, then sprinkle the kale on top. Cover and simmer until the tortellini is cooked through, about 8 minutes, tossing halfway.
  6. Turn off the heat and stir in the parmesan cheese and half of the bacon. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Top with the remaining bacon and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts (estimated)

Servings
4
Calories
505
Total fat
25g
Total carbohydrates
50g
Total protein
16g
Sodium
688mg
Cholesterol
62mg

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