TORTELLINI BITES

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Unusual hot appetizer that can be prepared earlier in day and reheated in microwave.

Provided by Helen Walck

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Pasta Appetizer Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (32 fluid ounce) container chicken broth, divided
1 (16 ounce) package prepared cheese tortellini, thawed
2 cloves crushed garlic
2 teaspoons dried basil
¼ cup butter
2 tablespoons cornstarch
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Reserve 1-1/4 cups broth. Bring remaining broth to a boil in a large pot, add tortellini and cook until tender, drain well.
  • In a small bowl, blend cornstarch into 1 1/4 cups of reserved broth.
  • In a large saucepan, saute garlic and basil in the butter or margarine for 2 minutes over a medium heat. Add the cornstarch-broth mixture to the saucepan. Cook and stir until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
  • Place tortellini in a serving dish, pour the broth-mixture, and Parmesan cheese into the serving dish and toss. Serve with toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Cholesterol 15.4 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 283.8 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

Ellen Kwapong
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Overall, I thought these tortellini bites were a good appetizer. They were easy to make and they tasted good.


Ryle
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I thought these bites were just okay. They weren't bad, but they weren't anything special either.


Chukwudi Nnanatu
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These bites were a bit too spicy for my taste.


Gaming with razon
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I thought these bites were a bit too greasy.


Jariaa Huq
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These bites were a bit too salty for my taste.


anwar ayub
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I can't wait to make these bites again for my next party.


ayesha Khurram
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These bites were a great way to use up leftover tortellini.


Sindiswa Kraai
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy appetizer.


ELINUX_ ly
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These bites were the perfect party food. They were easy to eat and everyone loved them.


Miang Mobile
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Overall, I thought these tortellini bites were a great appetizer. They were easy to make and they tasted delicious.


Shawn Dingle
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I was really disappointed with these bites. They were dry and overcooked.


Prime Minster
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These bites were a bit bland. I think they could have used more seasoning.


shenhe
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I thought these bites were just okay. They weren't bad, but they weren't anything special either.


Elelwani Netshisaulu
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These bites were a little too oily for my taste, but they were still good.


Joy Titilayo
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I followed the recipe exactly and the tortellini bites came out perfectly. They were crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside.


Farkhani Hamza
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These bites were so easy to make and they tasted amazing! I will definitely be making them again.


trymore manzviyi
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I've made these tortellini bites several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're perfect for parties or potlucks.


Seerculio kayn
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These bites were delicious! I used a variety of tortellini flavors and they all came out great.


Destiny Good luck
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I made these tortellini bites for my family and they were a huge success! The kids loved them and my husband couldn't get enough.


Mathias Roxie
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These tortellini bites were a hit at my party! They were easy to make and everyone loved them.