If you’re looking for a sophisticated dish that blends tradition, innovation, and high-quality ingredients, this recipe is perfect for you. Handmade tortelli stuffed with pears and walnuts, served with a creamy Blu del Mugello sauce, celebrate Tuscan cuisine and will captivate your guests from the very first bite.
Ingredients: Tradition and Quality
This recipe, designed to yield about 200 tortelli, is crafted with care by Rita, who has worked passionately with us in the kitchen for many years. While it requires some effort, the final result is worth every bit of work.
You’ll need:
For the dough:
- 1.2 kg all-purpose flour
- 4 eggs
- 525 g egg yolks
For the filling:
- 700 g fresh cream
- 200 g walnuts
- 3 pears
- 500 g ricotta
- 700 g Gran Mugello cheese (or similar)
- Grated cheese, to taste
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cooking time: 4 minutes in salted water.
Method: How to Create a Culinary Masterpiece
1. Prepare the Dough
Using a stand mixer, combine the flour, eggs, and egg yolks until the dough becomes smooth and uniform. This will take about 5 minutes. Once ready, let the dough rest vacuum-sealed for at least 10 minutes.
2. Prepare the Filling
While the dough rests, prepare the filling. In a large pot, heat the fresh cream and grated Gran Mugello cheese, seasoning with a pinch of salt and pepper. Once you have a smooth cream, remove it from the heat and mix in the ricotta.
Meanwhile, dice the pears and sauté them with a pinch of cinnamon to enhance their flavor. Add the pears and chopped walnuts to the cheese mixture, stirring thoroughly. Transfer the filling to a piping bag to make stuffing the tortelli easier.
3. Shape the Tortelli
Roll out the rested dough with a bit of rice flour to prevent sticking. Create a rectangular sheet, then pipe small mounds of filling spaced about 3 cm apart. Lightly moisten the pasta with water and cover it with a second sheet of dough. Press gently to seal the edges, and cut the tortelli using a fluted pastry wheel.
4. Cooking
Cook the tortelli in plenty of salted water for about 4 minutes. Drain them gently and serve with a Blu del Mugello cream sauce for an intense and comforting finishing touch.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These tortelli bring together the sweetness of pears, the crunch of walnuts, and the creaminess of cheese in perfect harmony. The Blu del Mugello sauce adds a bold note that makes this dish unforgettable. Ideal for a special dinner or impressing your guests with a dish that speaks of tradition and local flavors.
