Basic Tortellini Pasta

Elevate your pasta nights with this Basic Tortellini Pasta recipe, a delightful homemade take on the classic Italian favorite. Crafted from scratch, the soft, elastic pasta dough marries perfectly with a luscious ricotta and Parmesan filling, delicately seasoned with a hint of nutmeg and black pepper for a burst of comforting flavor in every bite. This recipe walks you through the art of hand-shaping tortellini, ensuring an authentic, rewarding cooking experience that’s perfect for beginners and seasoned chefs alike. Boiled to tender perfection in salted water and served with your favorite sauce or a drizzle of melted butter with fresh herbs, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that brings the charm of Italian cuisine to your home. Ready in under an hour, this recipe makes a hearty, satisfying meal for four that’s both fun to make and delicious to share. Whether you're hosting a family dinner or indulging in a solo culinary adventure, this tortellini recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams All-purpose flour
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 200 grams Ricotta cheese
• 50 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 liters Water
• 1 tablespoon Salt (for boiling)

Directions

Step 1

Place the all-purpose flour on a clean countertop or in a large mixing bowl. Make a well in the center of the flour.

Step 2

Crack the eggs into the well, add the olive oil, and sprinkle in the salt.

Step 3

Using a fork, whisk the eggs and gradually incorporate the flour from the edges until a dough forms.

Step 4

Knead the dough by hand for about 8–10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.

Step 5

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Mix well and set aside.

Step 6

After resting, divide the dough into four equal portions. Take one portion and keep the rest covered to prevent drying out.

Step 7

Roll the dough out on a floured surface or use a pasta machine until it is thin (about 1 mm thick). Cut the rolled-out dough into 6 cm (2.5 inch) squares or circles.

Step 8

Place a small teaspoon of the cheese filling in the center of each square or circle.

Step 9

Fold the dough over the filling to form a triangle or semi-circle, pressing the edges firmly to seal. Then, bring the two corners of the folded dough together to create the signature tortellini shape and press to seal.

Step 10

Repeat with the remaining dough and filling, placing completed tortellini on a floured surface to prevent sticking.

Step 11

Bring 3 liters of water to a boil in a large pot and add 1 tablespoon of salt.

Step 12

Gently add the tortellini to the boiling water and cook for 3–4 minutes, or until they float to the surface.

Step 13

Use a slotted spoon to remove the tortellini and serve immediately with your favorite sauce or melted butter with fresh herbs.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3778.5 grams (3778.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1929

Total Fat 67.40g	86%
Saturated Fat 30.80g	154%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 731mg	244%
Sodium 9147mg	398%
Total Carbohydrate 242.80g	88%
Dietary Fiber 8.40g	30%
Total Sugars 1.70g
Protein 92.50g	185%

Vitamin D 123IU	615%
Calcium 1682mg	129%
Iron 17mg	96%
Potassium 740mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.1%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 49.9%