Cheese Tortellini Skewers

These Tortellini Skewers are a great appetizer.  They require very little prep, and couldn’t be easier to assemble.  I made them for a party this past weekend, where they were a hit.  They are made with a packaged, store bought cheese tortellini, and cherry tomatoes.  The tortellini are tossed in olive oil that is heated and infused with garlic and fresh basil leaves. I used regular length skewers, but a 6-inch skewer would be perfect (I could not find them anywhere).

Enjoy!

Tortellini Skewers

About 30 Skewers (allow 2 per person)

2 lb. Package  Frozen Cheese tortellini – low fat and lower sodium variety (about 120 tortellini)

1 Pint Container  Cherry tomatoes

3 - 4 Tbls.  Extra virgin olive oil

3 – 4 Garlic cloves - sliced

3 Tbls.  Chopped basil leaves

Grated parmesan cheese

Bamboo Skewers

Soak the skewers in water for about 30 minutes or more.

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.  Add the tortellini and cook until they are al dente.  Drain and place in the refrigerator until they are cool.

Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a small sauce pot.  Add the sliced garlic, and cook another 2 – 3 minutes, careful not to burn the garlic.  Remove from heat and add the basil and stir.  Allow the mixture to sit for about 20 minutes to infuse the oil with the garlic and basil flavor.

Once the tortellini are cooled pour the oil mixture over the tortellini and stir until all are coated with the mixture. Remove the skewers from the water and wipe off any excess water. Thread 2 tortellini on a skewer, add a cherry tomato, and then add two additional tortellini (see picture).  Remove all bits of garlic that may be on the tortellini (you don’t want to serve it with the garlic).  Place the skewer on a flat serving tray.  Repeat until all skewers are done.  Sprinkle each skewer lightly with the parmesan cheese.

Serve the skewers at room temperature.  You can serve them with some marinara sauce on the side for dipping.