Crunchy Cheese Pasta Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound stuffed tortellini (store-bought or chilled)
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1 cup plain flour
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2 large eggs
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1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
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½ cup finely shredded Parmesan
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1 teaspoon powdered garlic
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1 teaspoon mixed Italian herbs
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Salt and ground pepper, as needed
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Vegetable oil, for deep frying
→ For Serving
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Tomato dipping sauce
# Instructions:
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Cook pasta following box directions until firm to bite. Drain well and blot dry using paper towels.
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Arrange three separate dishes: put flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and combine breadcrumbs with cheese and spices in the third.
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Roll pasta pieces first in flour, next in egg wash, then finally in the breadcrumb mix, lightly pressing to make it stick.
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Warm oil to 350°F in a deep pan. Cook tortellini in small batches until they turn golden, about 2-3 minutes each side.
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Place on paper towels to soak up extra oil. Add more cheese on top if you want and serve warm with tomato sauce.
# Notes:
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They're tastiest when eaten right away while crunchy
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Don't use dry tortellini, go for chilled or fresh ones
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You can warm them up in your oven to make them crispy again