Tortellini & Asparagus. Tortellini are ring-shaped pasta originally from the Italian region of Emilia (in particular Bologna and Modena). The tortellini is the most famous stuffed pasta in the world: it takes time and commitment, which make this recipe unique and special! Homemade tortellini is one of the most important recipes of my hometown, Bologna!
It sometimes comes in round, square and triangular shapes.
Making tortellini from scratch is a labour of love, which is why it's often associated with Italian Christmas as the whole family can pitch in to make a batch.
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You can cook Tortellini & Asparagus using 9 ingredients and 8 steps. Here is how you achieve it.
Ingredients of Tortellini & Asparagus
- Prepare 1 lb of Fresh asparagus.
- Prepare 1 lb of Cheese tortellini (I used frozen).
- It's 1 can of Petit diced tomatoes drained, or 1-2 cups fresh diced tomatoes.
- You need 1/4 cup of Olive oil.
- It's 5 clove of Garlic, minced (2 tablespoons).
- It's 1 tbsp of Dried basil.
- Prepare 1 tsp of Red pepper flakes.
- Prepare 2 tbsp of Balsamic vinegar (optional).
- You need 1 of as needed Parmesan cheese, toasted Italian bread crumbs, or crushed croutons for topping.
Senza il grana, è una schifezza. Ecco pronti i tortellini, da gustare in compagnia. Tortellini is a ring-shaped pasta typically stuffed with (but not limited to) a mix of meat (such as pork loin, prosciutto crudo, or mortadella,) or cheese (such as cheddar or parmesan). Tortellini, İtalyanların kapalı makarnasına verilen isim.
Tortellini & Asparagus instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil..
- Trim bottom ends of asparagus and discard (about 1 inch). Now chop the rest of the asparagus in bite size pieces (1-2 inches)..
- Add tortellini and asparagus to boiling water and cook about 5-8 minutes until asparagus is tender-crisp..
- Drain pasta and asparagus. Set aside..
- In the same pan, over medium, heat oil, garlic & spices for a couple of minutes while stirring. Careful not to let the garlic burn..
- Add in the tomatoes & balsamic vinegar..
- Add back the pasta and asparagus. Stir gently and cook a couple minutes to let the sauce completely coat the pasta..
- Top with Parmesan, Italian bread crumbs, or crushed croutons if desired..
Ancak henüz makarnanızı kendiniz yapma aşamasında değilseniz, hazır tortellini'yle de çok lezzetli bir yemek yapabilirsiniz. In half a gallon of rapidly boiling salted water add the tortellini in batches. Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.