Tortellini Della Nonna Recipe
Tortellini pasta filled with a mix of Italian cheeses, tossed with prosciutto cotto, in a smoky cream sauce
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Ingredients
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Filling and Sauce
Method
Preparation and Cooking
- 1
Make the Filling
In a bowl, combine the ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, and diced prosciutto. Mix well and season with salt and pepper.
- 2
Fill the Tortellini
Take a piece of tortellini pasta, place a small amount of filling in the center, and fold the pasta over to create a triangle. Bring the corners together and pinch to seal. Repeat with remaining pasta and filling.
- 3
Cook the Tortellini
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the tortellini for about 4-5 minutes or until they float to the surface. Drain and set aside.
- 4
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the heavy cream and smoked paprika, stirring to combine. Let simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 5
Combine
Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- 6
Serve
Plate the tortellini, garnishing with fresh basil. Serve immediately.
