Cut the squares small, around an inch and a half, because tortellini are meant to be tiny and a big one folds clumsy and cooks unevenly. Keep the sheets under a towel while you work, since fresh pasta dries out in minutes and cracks when you try to fold it.
By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026
Prep1 hr
Cook15 min
Makes4 servings
CuisineItalian
Cost$$$
Contains dairy · eggs · gluten
Make it gluten-free: swap in a gluten-free pasta or noodle (check the other labels too).
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for4servings
Fresh pasta dough
Thin egg dough that folds without cracking is essential for small tortellini.
Can you make Tortellini in an air fryer? — Yes, with an insert
Not on its own — an air fryer can’t hold a pool of liquid. You can simmer it in an oven-safe dish or a silicone insert made to fit the basket, but the broth won’t reduce or brown the way it does on the stove, and that insert comes out scorching, so use oven mitts. For real depth, a pot on the stove wins.
Can you freeze Tortellini? — Yes
Yes — it freezes well. Cool it fully, portion into airtight containers, and it keeps a few months; thaw in the fridge and reheat gently.
Can you make Tortellini ahead of time? — Yes
Yes — it holds well and often tastes better the next day. Make it ahead and reheat gently before serving.
Is Tortellini gluten-free? — Not as written
Not as written — it contains gluten. Make it gluten-free: swap in a gluten-free pasta or noodle (check the other labels too).
Is Tortellini vegan? — No
No — it contains meat, so it isn’t vegetarian or vegan.
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