Tia and David’s Deep Fried Tortellini

Description

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.

Ingredients

  • 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

Instructions

  1. Cook tortellini according to package directions. Rinse under cool water
  2. and allow to cool slightly.
  3. In a large resealable plastic bag
  4. combine bread crumbs
  5. cornflake crumbs
  6. salt
  7. pepper
  8. and parsley.
  9. Heat oil in a deep fryer or deep skillet over medium heat. In small batches
  10. dip the tortellini in egg
  11. and place in resealable bag. Shake to coat
  12. and set aside on a plate until the oil is hot.
  13. In batches
  14. deep fry breaded tortellini until golden brown. Serve with tomato sauce for dipping.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 10 mins

Total Time: 25 mins

Servings: 6

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