RICOTTA/SPINACH TORTELLONI WITH GORGONZOLA SAUCE & PINE NUTS

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Four Cheese Tortelloni con Crema di Gorgonzola e Pinoli - found on barilla.com The recipe is posted just as I found it on the barilla site but we exchanged the pine nuts for slivered almonds and added a pinch of red pepper flakes

Provided by Manami

Categories     European

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup pine nuts (we used toasted slivered almonds)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 tablespoons dry white wine
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup gorgonzola, crumbled
1 (8 ounce) package spinach and ricotta tortellini (we used Barilla)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 pinch red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons fresh chives, cut into 1-inch strips

Steps:

  • Roast pine nuts or slivered almonds in pan until very lightly browned.
  • Set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet.
  • Add onion, garlic, and red pepper flakes(if using) and saute until transparent.
  • Add white wine and whipping cream and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add Gorgonzola cheese and continue to simmer for 3 minutes.
  • Cook Tortelloni according to package directions.
  • Add roasted pine nuts, salt, pepper and drained Tortelloni to skillet.
  • Turn off heat, cover and let sit for 2 minutes.
  • Garnish with chives.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.9, Fat 22.9, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 33, Sodium 533.3, Carbohydrate 4.5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.3, Protein 5.4

Miss. Conduct808
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This dish was amazing! The tortelloni was so tender and the sauce was so flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Timothy Unsell
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The tortelloni was bland and the sauce was too heavy. I would not recommend this recipe.


Ade Lucax
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This dish was delicious! The tortelloni was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Abubakar salim Hassan
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. The tortelloni is so tender and the sauce is so flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Asmatullah Hamdard
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This was my first time making tortelloni and it turned out great! The dough was easy to work with and the filling was flavorful. The sauce was also very good. I will definitely be making this again.


Malidhu kawindha
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The tortelloni was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


telemka
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The tortelloni is light and fluffy, and the sauce is rich and creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe for a special occasion meal.


Shania Jess Smit
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The tortelloni was bland and the sauce was too heavy. I would not recommend this recipe.


Chinthaka Saman
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This was my first time making tortelloni and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the tortelloni cooked perfectly. The sauce was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Ryan Founds
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The tortelloni is so tender and the sauce is to die for. I highly recommend this recipe.


Barbara Kyles
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This dish was amazing! The tortelloni was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a special occasion meal.


Kevon Phillips
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The tortelloni was a bit too heavy for my taste, but the sauce was delicious. I would recommend using a lighter filling, such as a ricotta and vegetable filling.


Dr khursheed Bhayo Khursheed Bhayo
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I followed the recipe exactly and the tortelloni turned out perfectly. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pine nuts added a nice crunch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish.


Landyn Lown
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This tortelloni dish was a hit with my family! The ricotta and spinach filling was delicious, and the gorgonzola sauce was rich and flavorful. The pine nuts added a nice touch of texture and flavor. I will definitely be making this dish again.