Meats Recipes - Tortellini alla Rustica

Ingredients

• 450 g/1lb meat-filled tortellini

• 1 onion, finely chopped

• 1 garlic clove, crushed

• 30 ml/2 tbsp olive oil

• 400 g/14 oz/1large can chopped tomatoes

• 15 ml/1 tbsp tomato puree (paste)

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

• 2.5 ml/1/2 tsp dried oregano

• 1 quantity cheese sauce

• 50 g/2 oz/1/2 cup grated Pecorino cheese

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Method:

1. Cook the tortellini according to the packet directions and drain.

2. Meanwhile, fry (sauté) the onion and garlic in the oil for 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes, tomato puree, a little salt and pepper and the oregano.

3. Bring to the boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 6-8 minutes until pulpy. Stir in the cooked pasta. Turn into a flameproof dish.

4. Spoon the cheese sauce over and top with the Pecorino. Place under a hot grill (broiler) to brown. Serve straight away.