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Tortelli di Patate

Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian

Equipment

  • Equipment Needed: Mixing bowl, pot, rolling pin, pasta machine (optional), pot for boiling

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients For the Tortelli
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Water as needed
  • For the Filling
  • 2 large potatoes about 1 pound
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For Serving
  • Your choice of sauce sage butter, marinara, or pesto are excellent options
  • Extra grated Parmigiano-Reggiano for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Dough
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and crack in the eggs.
  • Using a fork, gradually incorporate the flour into the eggs until a shaggy dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add a little water, one teaspoon at a time.
  • Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes. This will make it easier to roll out later.
  • Make the Filling
  • While the dough rests, boil the potatoes in salted water until tender (about 20-25 minutes).
  • Drain and peel the potatoes, then mash them in a bowl.
  • Add the ricotta, Parmigiano-Reggiano, nutmeg, salt, and pepper to the mashed potatoes. Mix until well combined.
  • Roll Out the Dough
  • Divide the rested dough into four pieces. Keep the pieces covered while you work with one at a time.
  • Roll out the dough thinly using a rolling pin or pasta machine. Aim for about 1/16-inch thickness. Dust with flour as needed to prevent sticking.
  • Form the Tortelli
  • Cut the rolled dough into squares (about 3 inches by 3 inches).
  • Place a teaspoon of filling in the center of each square.
  • Fold the dough over to form a triangle, pressing the edges to seal. Be sure to remove any air pockets.
  • Bring the two points of the triangle together and pinch to form a tortelli shape.
  • Cook the Tortelli
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Carefully drop the tortelli into the boiling water. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until they float to the surface.
  • Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked tortelli to a serving plate.
  • Serve
  • Toss the tortelli with your choice of sauce. For a simple yet delicious option, melt butter in a pan and add fresh sage leaves until crispy, then pour over the tortelli.
  • Garnish with extra grated Parmigiano-Reggiano.