If you've watched our latest video (see below), you'll probably want to make this simple and delicious recipe, too!
Here's what you need to make
Tortelli / ravioli with a swiss chard and fresh ricotta filling
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
300 grams of flour
3 eggs
½ cup of water
For the Filling:
200 grams of ricotta cheese (cow's milk works well, but feel free to use sheep’s milk ricotta if you prefer)
200 grams of cooked chard
100 grams of freshly grated pecorino or Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
For the Sauce:
20 cherry tomatoes
Olive oil
½ onion
Fresh basil
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Dough:
On a clean work surface, mound the flour and create a well in the center. Crack the eggs into the well and add ½ cup of water. Mix thoroughly and start kneading the dough. Knead for about 5 minutes, then wrap the dough ball in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the Sauce:
Finely chop the onion and sauté it in a generous drizzle of olive oil. Once the onion becomes translucent and fills the kitchen with its delightful aroma, add the halved cherry tomatoes and cook until they are partially softened. Remove from heat, stir in the chopped basil, and set aside.
3. Prepare the Filling for the Tortelli:
Finely chop the cooked chard and sauté it in olive oil with a pinch of salt and pepper. Allow it to cool, then mix in the ricotta cheese until well combined.
4. Roll the Dough:
Divide the rested dough into smaller portions. Using a pasta machine, start with the widest setting and gradually work your way to the narrower settings, passing each portion through until you achieve a thin sheet of pasta. Remember to cover any unused dough with a damp cloth to prevent it from drying out.
5. Shape the Tortelli:
Cut the pasta sheets into the desired shape, place a spoonful of filling in the center of each piece, and seal the edges to create tortelli.
6. Cook the Tortelli:
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the tortelli for about 2 minutes. Once done, gently transfer them to the saucepan with the tomato sauce and toss carefully to combine.
Serve immediately, garnished with a generous grating of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese on top. Enjoy your delicious homemade tortelli!
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