Description
Rich tortelloni temptation combines tender pasta pockets with crispy pancetta and caramelized brussels sprouts. Creamy parmesan and herbs elevate this Italian-inspired dish, offering you a delightful culinary journey through regional flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 10-oz (283 g) Giovanni Rana Prosciutto and Cheese Tortelloni
- 4 oz (113 g) pancetta, cut into small cubes
- 8 oz (226 g) Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved (quartered if large)
- 4 garlic cloves, sliced
- 2 tbsps (30 mL) olive oil
- 2 oz (57 g) Parmesan cheese, finely grated, plus more for topping
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Water Preparation: Fill a large pot with water, generously salt, and bring to a vigorous boil.
- Pancetta Transformation: In a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, crisp pancetta until golden and crunchy, then transfer to a separate plate using a slotted spoon.
- Brussels Sprouts Caramelization: Using the same skillet, roast Brussels sprouts until they develop a deep, rich brown coloration, creating a robust flavor profile.
- Aromatic Infusion: Drizzle olive oil into the skillet, introduce minced garlic and red pepper flakes, allowing their essence to bloom and release intense fragrance for 30 seconds.
- Pasta and Liquid Integration: Immerse tortelloni in boiling water for 3 minutes, drain while reserving one cup of starchy cooking liquid, maintaining pasta’s delicate texture.
- Sauce Creation: Whisk Parmesan into the skillet, gradually incorporating reserved pasta water to develop a silky, luxurious sauce with smooth consistency.
- Final Composition: Combine tortelloni, roasted Brussels sprouts, and crispy pancetta in the skillet, ensuring each element becomes thoroughly coated with the creamy sauce.
- Presentation: Serve immediately, garnishing with an additional sprinkle of Parmesan to elevate the dish’s visual and flavor complexity.
Notes
- Pasta Water Power: Reserve a cup of starchy cooking liquid to create a silky, emulsified sauce that helps ingredients bind perfectly.
- Pancetta Precision: Cook slowly over medium-high heat to render fat and achieve a crispy, golden-brown texture without burning.
- Brussels Sprout Brilliance: Caramelize at high heat to develop deep, nutty flavors and create a delightful golden-brown exterior.
- Sauce Smoothness: Whisk Parmesan gradually and incorporate pasta water incrementally to prevent clumping and ensure a creamy, luxurious consistency.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg