SPICY TORTELLINI

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Spicy V8 juice is the surprise ingredient behind this savory Test Kitchen creation. Tortellini takes a cue from stew and is served up in a sauce that's brimming with flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 bacon strips, diced
1/3 cup sliced celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
1 can (5-1/2 ounces) spicy hot V8 juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Dash pepper
1 cup dried cheese tortellini
Shredded Asiago cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. In the drippings, saute the celery, onion and garlic until tender., Combine cornstarch and broth until smooth; stir into celery mixture. Add the V8 juice, chili powder, sugar and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook for 1-2 minutes or until slightly thickened. , Add tortellini. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tortellini is tender. Sprinkle with bacon. Garnish with Asiago cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401 calories, Fat 20g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 1293mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

Bradley Genave
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This recipe was a disaster! The sauce was too spicy and the tortellini was undercooked. I had to throw the whole thing away.


Nehemiah Ofula
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This was my first time making tortellini and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the tortellini came out perfectly cooked. The sauce was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Milimo Victor
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini is cooked perfectly. I love that I can customize the recipe to my liking. Sometimes I add vegetables to the sauce, and ot


Sesona Ncapayi
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The tortellini is cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Junior Malcom
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This dish was a disappointment. The sauce was bland and the tortellini were overcooked. I won't be making this recipe again.


Nora Mohmed
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Not bad, not great.


Ngareh Deborah
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The tortellini cooks in the sauce, so there's only one pot to clean up. I also love that the recipe is customizable. I added some extra vegetables to the sauce, and my husband added some coo


Farzad Rahimi
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I'll definitely make this dish again, but I'll use less cayenne pepper next time. It was just too spicy for me.


Sanjay Saha
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Meh.


Hamza Aijaz
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I've been looking for a good spicy tortellini recipe, and this one definitely fits the bill! The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the tortellini are cooked perfectly. I loved the addition of the sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. This dish is sure to


ESARUL 047
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it! He said it was the perfect amount of heat. The tortellini were cooked well, and the sauce was flavorful. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who enjoys spicy food.


master chef
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It's not often that I find a recipe that lives up to the hype, but this spicy tortellini is one of the exceptions. The sauce is rich and flavorful, and the tortellini are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again!


Muskan Hina
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My family loved this spicy tortellini! It was easy to make and had a great flavor. Even my picky eater enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


arohi mim_1
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This tortellini dish was a hit! The spicy sauce had just the right amount of heat, and the tortellini were cooked perfectly. I loved the combination of flavors and textures.