Jul 13 2026
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Tortellini Recipe

Inspired by Papa Frank's
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Make Tortellini Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Pasta Dough

Filling

Sauce

Method

Pasta Dough

  1. 1

    Make the Dough

    In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Create a well in the center and crack the eggs into the well. Add olive oil.

  2. 2

    Mix and Knead

    Using a fork, beat the eggs gently, gradually incorporating the flour from the edges of the well until the mixture is too stiff to mix with a fork. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth. Wrap in plastic wrap and let rest for 30 minutes.

Filling

  1. 3

    Prepare the Filling

    In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, cooked spinach, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined and set aside.

Assemble Tortellini

  1. 4

    Roll Out Dough

    After resting, divide the dough into four pieces. Roll out one piece at a time on a floured surface until very thin (about 1/16 inch). Keep the other pieces covered.

  2. 5

    Cut and Fill

    Using a round cutter (about 3 inches in diameter), cut circles from the dough. Place a small teaspoon of filling in the center of each circle. Moisten the edges with water, fold in half to create a half-moon shape, and press to seal. Bring the two ends together to form a ring, pinching to seal.

Cook Tortellini

  1. 6

    Boil Water

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

  2. 7

    Cook Tortellini

    Gently drop the tortellini into the boiling water. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until they float to the surface. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain.

Sauce

  1. 8

    Make the Sauce

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).

  2. 9

    Add Tomatoes

    Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes until they start to soften. Stir in the fresh basil, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  3. 10

    Combine

    Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss gently to combine with the sauce. Cook for another minute to heat through.

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