Tortellini
Tiny stuffed pasta rings served in capon broth.
About Tortellini
Thin egg pasta is folded around a filling of pork, prosciutto, mortadella and parmesan into tiny navel-shaped rings, traditionally floated in a clear capon broth. They are the treasured Christmas dish of Bologna and Modena.
✅ Before you go to Italy
Round out your trip — most travellers book these alongside their trip.
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