Tortellini Salad

* Exported from MasterCook *

TORTELLINI SALAD

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Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Salads Pasta
Italian

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/2 lb Prosciutto, thinley sliced
1 lb Peas (fresh or Frozen)
1 lb Bunch fresh basil
1/4 c White wine vinegar
1/4 c Lemon juice
1 tb Dijon mustard
3 Cloves garlic
1 c Olive oil
1 Pepperoni (optional), sliced
2 lb Tortellini

Serves 4

Bring 5 quarts of water to a rolling boil.

Add tortellini and cook until plump and tender, about
8 to 10 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons salt to the water a
few minutes before pasta is cooked. Drain and refresh
under cold water. Pour a few tablespoons olive oil
over pasta and toss gently to prevent from sticking
together.

Trim fat from proscuitto and cut into small squares.
Steam peas until just tender, then plunge into cold
water to stop cooking and preserve color. Pick over
basil, removing all stems. Wash and let dry on a
paper towel.

DRESSING: In a stainless-steel bowl, combine white
vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, and whisk
together. Continue whisking while adding olive oil in
a slow, steady stream until vinaigrette is well
blended and thick.

To assemble Combine tortellini, proscuitto, and peas
in a large bowl. Pour half the dressing over the
mixture and toss gently to coat evenly. Tear fresh
basil leaves into quarters and add to salad. Chill.
Before serving, moisten with more vinaigerette, toss
and transfer onto a serving platter. Sprinkle with
parsely.



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