Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Transfer to a large bowl.
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Hy-Vee Test Kitchen
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Description
"Antipasti" is the Italian term for appetizer. These appetizers usually consist of meat, cheese, and olives. In this case, we skewered tortellini, tomatoes, bratwursts (and a few other ingredients) to make a portable appetizer.
Servings and Ingredients
Ingredients
Serves 16
| Quantity | Ingredient | Add |
|---|---|---|
| 32 Hy-Vee frozen cheese tortellini | ||
| 32 cherry tomatoes | ||
| 1 (14-oz.) pkg. fully cooked smoked pork bratwurst, diagonally cut into 1/2-inch slices | ||
| 2 (14-oz. each) cans Hy-Vee quartered artichoke hearts, drained | ||
| 1 small red onion, cut into 1/2-inch thick wedges | ||
| ½ c. Hy-Vee zesty Italian salad dressing, divided | ||
| 2 tbsp. Gustare Vita basil pesto |
Things To Grab
- Large stockpot
- Colander
- Charcoal or gas grill
- Large bowl
- Small bowl
- 16 (10-inch each) metal skewers
- Serving platter
Directions
Meanwhile, preheat a charcoal or gas grill with a greased rack for direct cooking over medium-high heat (375 degrees).
Add cherry tomatoes, bratwurst slices, artichoke hearts, red onion, and 1/4 cup Italian dressing to tortellini in bowl; toss to coat.
Stir together remaining 1/4 cup Italian dressing and pesto sauce in a small bowl; refrigerate until ready to serve.
Alternately thread tortellini, tomatoes, bratwurst slices, artichokes, and red onion wedges onto 16 (10-inch each) metal skeweres, leaving 3-inches from bottom of skewers. Grill 6 to 7 minutes or until bratwurst reach 165 degrees, turning frequently.
To serve, arrange skewers on serving platter. Serve with pesto sauce.
Nutrition facts
Servings
145 Calories per serving
Amounts Per Serving
- Total Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 23mg
- Sodium: 502mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 6g
Daily Values
0%
Iron 3%
0%
Calcium 3%
0%
Vitamin D 0%
0%
Potassium 3%
Recipe Source:
Hy-Vee Test Kitchen