TIA AND DAVID'S DEEP FRIED TORTELLINI

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My sister makes this delicious appetizer for many of our parties and family get togethers. They may be made ahead of time and warmed up on a pizza tray just before serving. Serve with tomato sauce for dipping.

Provided by ANDREA VETERE CANADA

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Pasta Appetizer Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package refrigerated or fresh cheese tortellini
¼ cup bread crumbs
¼ cup cornflake crumbs
salt and pepper to taste
dried parsley, to taste
oil for deep frying
2 eggs, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions. Rinse under cool water, and allow to cool slightly.
  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine bread crumbs, cornflake crumbs, salt, pepper, and parsley.
  • Heat oil in a deep fryer or deep skillet over medium heat. In small batches, dip the tortellini in egg, and place in resealable bag. Shake to coat, and set aside on a plate until the oil is hot.
  • In batches, deep fry breaded tortellini until golden brown. Serve with tomato sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.4 calories, Carbohydrate 41.4 g, Cholesterol 94.7 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 13.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 365.6 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

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