Tortellini Tuscany Style Food

TUSCAN SOUP WITH TORTELLINI

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
• In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat and add the onion, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Saute for 2 minutes, then add the beef broth and 3 cups of water. Add all of the remaining ingredients, except the tortellini. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let simmer for 5 minutes. Add the tortellini and simmer until the tortellini are cooked, another 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Ladle into serving bowls and serve with Herb Focaccia, if desired.

TORTELLINI MICHELANGELO

Steps:

• Prepare tortellini as per package directions, drain & set aside (add dash of olive oil & 1 oz. chicken stock so does not all stick together.
• Meanwhile, prepare white sauce Recipe #302996 as directed only prepare in dutch oven or large stockpot and keep on low flame when done.
• Once white sauce is made, brown mushrooms & onion in 1 tablespoon butter add pre-cooked & cut chicken, and pancetta & prosciutto to brown for a few minutes then add all that to dutch oven.
• Stir in tortellini & parmesan cheese. Season to taste with salt & pepper.
• ** If sauce is too thick, add up to 1/2 cup additional heavy cream 1 tablepoon at a time until desired consistency.
• ** Note: tortellini should not be smothered in the sauce, only supposed to coat the tortellini so you may need to use a full 2 lbs. tortellini.

TORTELLINI TUSCANY STYLE

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil and add tortellini.
• Meanwhile in a large skillet heat the oil over medium heat.
• Add the onion and Italian seasoning mix, cooking for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
• In a medium bowl whisk together the cornstarch and milk.
• Whisk into pan with onions and cook until thickened, around 8 minutes.
• Stir in the parmesan cheese, spinach, beans and 1/2 the tomatoes.
• Cook for 4 minutes.
• Drain tortellini and place in a serving bowl.
• Pour sauce on tortellini and top with remaining tomatoes.
• Serve.