Tortellini Rustica With Smoked Mozzarella |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Tortellini Rustica con Mozzarella Affumicata Ingredients:
18 ounces dried cheese tortellini |
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil |
1 large onion, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced crosswise |
1 lb cherry tomatoes, halved |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
2/3 cup vermouth |
1 cup chopped fresh italian parsley |
1 cup thinly sliced fresh basil |
3/4 cup kalamata olive, pitted, halved |
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano |
1 lb smoked mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes |
Directions:
1. Cook tortellini in large pot of boiling salted water until 'al dente', stirring occasionally.
2. Drain well.
3. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Add onion; increase heat to high and saute until onion is beginning to brown, about 6 minutes.
5. Add tomatoes; saute 3 minutes.
6. Stir in garlic; cook 2 minutes.
7. Add vermouth, then parsley, basil, olives, and oregano.
8. Cook 4 minutes, stirring often.
9. Add cooked tortellini; toss over medium heat until sauce coats pasta.
10. Remove from heat.
11. Stir in cheese.
12. Season pasta to taste with salt and pepper and serve. Makes 6 servings.
13. That's it!
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