Creamy Bacon Tortellini

• 22 oz fresh tortellini
• 4 slices bacon, finely chopped
• 1 None leek, pale section only, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup chicken stock
• 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
• 2.5 oz Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped

1. Cook pasta in boiling salted water for 6-7 mins, or until al dente. Drain.
2. Meanwhile, heat a large frying pan over medium heat. Cook bacon for 2 mins, or until browned. Set aside. Add leek and garlic. Cook for 5 mins, or until leek softens. Add stock and cream. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 5 mins, or until sauce thickens slightly. Add pasta, 1/2 the cheese and 1/2 the chives. Toss to combine.
3. Distribute between serving bowls. Sprinkle with remaining cheese, chives and ground black pepper.

tortellini, bacon, section only, garlic, chicken stock, heavy cream, parmesan cheese, fresh chives

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