Tia and David's Deep-Fried Tortellini

Prep time: 15 min

Cook time: 10 min

Servings: 6

Yield: 6 servings

Description

Real party pleasers, these fried tortellini are shaken up with bread and cornflake crumbs, then deep-fried to a golden brown. Dip in tomato sauce.

• 1 (16 ounce) package refrigerated or fresh cheese tortellini

• 1/4 cup bread crumbs

• 1/4 cup cornflake crumbs

• salt and pepper to taste

• dried parsley, to taste

• oil for deep frying

• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten

1 Cook tortellini according to package directions. Rinse under cool water and allow to cool slightly.

2 Combine bread crumbs, cornflake crumbs, salt, pepper, and parsley in a large resealable plastic bag.

3 Heat oil in a deep fryer or deep skillet over medium heat.

4 Dip tortellini in egg and place in resealable bag in small batches. Shake to coat and set aside on a plate until the oil is hot.

5 Deep-fry breaded tortellini in batches until golden brown.