Start With - Tortellini

Tortellini is a tiny stuffed pasta that is delicious and hearty. It can be used in so many ways: in a salad, a casserole, or a soup. You can usually find it with different fillings; my favorite is cheese because it works well with so many other ingredients. These are some of my favorite recipes using this convenience food, including Lentil Rice and Tortellini Salad.

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