Be sure to try my Chicken Bacon Spinach Pasta next! I have a pretty good collection of Olive Garden Copycat recipes going, and this one is definitely one of my favorites. (Okay, I say that about all of them. You got me.) You can’t beat the cream sauce in this one. Or the cheese-filled tortellini. …Or the bacon on top.
What to Add to Tortellini Al Forno
In this recipe, I keep it simple and stick to the cream sauce, a little bit of spinach, and some crumbled bacon.
For Meats, you could add ground sausage, chicken, shrimp, or steak. For Veggies, adding mushrooms, asparagus, or diced tomatoes would be delicious!
What is Tortellini Al Forno?
Al Forno = Food that’s baked in the oven. (Seriously. That’s all it means.) The funny thing is that this particular tortellini recipe has evolved over time to where it’s often times not even baked in the oven anymore. (Kinda funny huh?) I’ve actually tried baking this in the oven at the end and all that it does is cook the pasta too far past the Al Dente point. And it just adds an extra step, really. Not necessary folks, not necessary.
Storing Leftovers
Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container and used within 3 days. This meal reheats nicely in the microwave. You can also freeze leftovers and use them within 3 months. The cream sauce isn’t quite the same consistency as when it’s fresh, but it’s so delicious that you won’t care.
