Tortelloni are essentially a larger version of tortellini. Pasta dough is shaped into a circle, stuffed with a filling (usually Ricotta cheese, herbs, possibly spinach and other ingredients) and then twisted into a hat-like shape. In Bologna, Italy, they are traditionally served the night before Christmas.
Similar Dishes
Many cultures have stuffed pastas similar to tortelloni. These include:
- Italy: Tortellini, ravioli, agneloti, cappelleti
- Chinese Dumplings
- Poland: Pierogi
- India: Samosas
- Argentina: Empenada
Popular Types of Pasta
- Spaghetti
- Macaroni
- Fettuccine
- Linguine
- Penne
- Rigatoni
- Rotini
- Lasagne
- Ravioli
- Tortellini
- Cannelloni
- Orzo
- Gnocchi
- Couscous
References
Fast Facts
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Fact:
Larger version of Tortellini
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Common fillings
Pumpkin pulp, mushrooms, walnuts, prosciutto, chicken
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Common sauces
Tomato sauce (meat-based and vegetarian), melted butter, sage
