Click for Cookbook LOGIN
"There is nothing better on a cold wintry day than a properly made pot pie."--Craig Claiborne

Tortellini Salad by Denny Stewart Recipe

  Tried it? Rate this Recipe:
 

 

This recipe for Tortellini Salad by Denny Stewart is from Our Family Reunion Cookbook Project, one of the cookbooks created at FamilyCookbookProject.com. We'll help you start your own personal cookbook! It's easy and fun. Click here to start your own cookbook!
Category:
Category:
Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
2lbs Frozen Cheese Tortellini
2 Tbsp Salt
1C Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/2lb Thinly Sliced Prosciutto
1lb Fresh Pea's(shucked)
1/4 C White Wine Vinegar
1/4 C Fresh Lemon Juice
1Tbsp Dijon Mustard
3 Cloves of Garlic, finely minced
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 Bunch of Fresh Basil
Chopped Parsley
Directions:
Directions:
Cook tortellini in 5 quarts boil water until plump and tender 8-10 min, add salt to water a few minutes before tortellini is cooked. Drain and rinse under cold water. Pour a few tablespoons of olive oil over pasta and toss gently to prevent sticking

Trim fat from Prosciutto and cut into small squares. Steam peas just until tender then plunge into cold water to stop cooking and preserve color. Drain and let air dry on paper towel.

In a stainless steel bowl combine vinegar lemon juice, whisking while adding olive oil in a slow steady stream until vinaigrette is well blended and thick.

Combine tortellini, prosciutto and peas in a large bowl and pour half of dressing over mixture. Toss gently to coat. Tear fresh basil leaves into quarters, and add to salad. Chill. Before serving , moisten with more vinaigrette, toss and transfer to serving and later sprinkle with parsley.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
6-8

 

 

 

Learn more about the process to create a cookbook -- or
Start your own personal family cookbook right now!  Here's to good eating!

Search for more great recipes here from over 1,500,000 in our family cookbooks!

 

 

 

111W  

Cookbooks are great for Holiday Gifts, Wedding Gifts, Bridal Shower ideas and Family Reunions!

*Recipes and photos entered into the Family Cookbook Project are provided by the submitting contributors. All rights are retained by the contributor. Please contact us if you believe copyright violations have occurred.

Search for more great recipes here from over 1,500,000 in our family cookbooks!