TORTELLINI - WOODSMEN STYLE

By akselden

Ingredients

• 4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• 1/2 C. chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 C. quartered mushrooms
• 1/2 C. dry vermouth or dry white wine
• 1 1/2 C. peeled And chopped tomatoes
• 2 T. chopped parsley
• 1 T. chopped chive
• 1 tsp. dry or 1 T. chopped fresh tarragon
• 1/4 C. chicken broth
• 7 oz. tri-color tortellini

Preparation

Step 1

1. In medium skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

2. Remove all but 2 T. of bacon fat from skillet. Add onion and cook until transparent. Add garlic and mushrooms and cook for 2-3 minutes. Pour in vermouth and cook, stirring frequently, until liquid is reduced by two thirds or almost dry. Add tomatoes, parsley, chives, tarragon and chicken broth. Simmer 5 minutes and set aside.

3. Meanwhile, cook tortellini according to package directions. When cooked, drain well. Bring sauce back to a simmer, add bacon and drained tortellini. Toss lightly and serve immediately.