Tortellini Djuvec Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Vegetables

   Dice the red bell pepper and eggplant into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic.

2. 2

   Cook the Tortellini

   In a pot of salted boiling water, cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.

3. 3

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then add the diced red bell pepper and eggplant. Cook for 5-7 minutes until they are tender.

4. 4

   Add Preserved Zucchini and Seasoning

   Stir in the preserved zucchini, salt, and black pepper into the skillet. Cook for an additional 3 minutes.

5. 5

   Combine with Tortellini

   Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and gently toss to combine with the sautéed vegetables.

6. 6

   Add Cheese and Pine Nuts

   Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese and pine nuts over the tortellini mixture. Toss gently to combine and let it cook for another 2 minutes.

7. 7

   Serve

   Serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and pine nuts if desired.