Are you totally “deflated” over the latest Super Bowl fiasco? (Sorry. Just couldn’t resist). Feasting on a few of these quick and easy Tortellini Caprese Skewers is sure to be a winning pleasure, and you won’t even have to choose up sides to enjoy them.
You may remember that I made these in December for my THV11 session on Make-Ahead Appetizers for your holiday festivities. Well, why not enjoy these year-round for whatever “special” event you might be hosting?
So who do you predict will win? Patriots? Seahawks?
I have no idea what the Las Vegas line is on either team but I do know that these skewers are sure to hit the jackpot with you!
Tortellini Caprese Skewers with Basil Vinaigrette
2015-01-23 07:38:43
Serves 20
Total Time
2 hr 30 min
Ingredients
- 1 9-ounce package refrigerated cheese or spinach tortellini
- 3 cups grape or cherry tomatoes
- 24 ounces fresh Boconccini or Ciliegine (mozarella balls)*
- fresh basil leaves
- 60 6-inch wooden skewers
For the Basil Vinaigrette
- 1/2 cup white balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 6 Tablespoons julienned fresh basil
- freshly cracked black pepper
For the Skewers
- Prepare the tortellini according to package directions, leaving it al dente. Drain and chill for 1 hour.
- Beginning with a grape tomato, thread a mozzarella ball, grape tomato and a tortellini. Stick in a basil leaf occasionally, if desired.
- Place the skewers in a large baking dish and pour over with the vinaigrette, turning to coat.
- Cover and chill at least 2 hours. These can be made a day ahead and kept in the refrigerator; turn occasionally.
For the Basil Vinaigrette
- Whisk the vinegar and salt together until well blended. Slowly add in the olive oil, continuing to whisk all of the time.
- Stir in the basil and freshly cracked pepper.
- Spread over the tortellini skewers.
Notes
- The vinaigrette makes approximately 1 1/2 cups.
- * I prefer the Cilegine.
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These look great! A very different kind of food that’s at your usual loud obnoxious football watching party. Can you tell I’ll probably be at home with a good book tonight. lol. But i cant wait to try these.
These are fun for the kids to do as well. Easy. Tasty. What more could you ask?
These look delicious and easy to make – that’s my kind of recipe! Thanks for sharing!
They really couldn’t be any easier — and they are really tasty as well:)
Oh, my goodness. Who needs a dumb ol’ football game! Thank you, Debbie!
I agree:)