Don’t toss those Christmas turkey leftovers! Turn them into sensational turkey tortellini. Shred the turkey, sauté with onions and spices, and create a savory filling. Use homemade pasta dough and make a delicious, freezer meal that will last for up to 6 months in the freezer.
Prep Time20 minutesmins
Cook Time1 hourhr
Idle Cook1 hourhr
Course: Appetizer, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Keyword: Freezer meal prep, Frugal gourmet, Homemade pasta, Homemade tortellini, How to use leftovers, Leftover turkey recipes, Turkey tortellini
Servings: 10
Ingredients
3eggs
1cup00 flour
1cupall-purpose flour
4cupsleftover turkeyshredded and finely chopped
1large onionfinely diced
1tbsp.oregano
1tbsp.garlic powder
Salt and pepperto taste
Olive oilfor frying
Instructions
Make the Pasta Dough:
Combine flour on a clean surface or in a bowl. Make a well in the center.
Crack eggs into the well.
Using a fork or your fingers, gradually whisk the eggs while incorporating small amounts of flour from the edges of the well. Continue mixing until the dough starts to come together and becomes too thick to mix with a fork.
Once the dough begins to take shape, use your hands to knead it into a smooth, elastic ball. This process usually takes about 5-10 minutes. If the dough feels too sticky, you can add a sprinkle of flour. If it's too dry, you can add a few drops of water.
Once the dough is smooth and elastic, wrap it in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes at room temperature. This allows the gluten to relax and makes the dough easier to roll out.
After resting, the pasta dough is ready to be rolled. If using Atlas pasta machine, go for setting 6 on the dial.
Prepare the Turkey Filling:
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté onion with salt, pepper, and oregano until translucent (5-10 minutes).
Add shredded and chopped turkey, stir to combine, and cook on medium-low for 8-10 minutes. Let it cool completely before you can use as a feeling in your pasta.
Assemble the Tortellini:
Roll out dough into thin sheets using a rolling pin or pasta machine.
Lay the rolled-out pasta dough over the flat surface and using a round cutter or a glass to cut the dough into circles of about 2-3 inches in diameter.
Place a small spoonful of filling in the center, moisten edges with water using your finger or a pastry brush.
Fold the dough circle in half, creating a half-moon shape. Press the edges together to seal, making sure there are no air pockets.
Then, bring the two corners of the half-moon together, overlapping slightly, and press to seal, forming the classic tortellini shape.
Freezing Instructions:
Place uncooked tortellini in a single layer on a parchment or foil-lined flat surface. Freeze until solid.
Transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container. Store for up to six months.
Cooking from Frozen:
Boil salted water. Add frozen tortellini and cook for 3-4 minutes or until they float.
Remove with a slotted spoon and serve with your favorite sauce.