Air Fried Tortellini

Directions

1. 1

   Heat your griddle to medium-high and set the air fryers to high.

2. 2

   Slice the tomatoes in half. Drizzle 2 to 3 tablespoons of olive oil on the griddle, then add the tomatoes, onion, and garlic. Cover with a dome and cook for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables have blistered on one side. Flip them and cover again to cook the other side.

3. 3

   While the vegetables are cooking, place the tortellini in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with about ¼ cup of olive oil. Add ½ cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning to taste. Toss everything together to coat the tortellini evenly.

4. 4

   Transfer the seasoned tortellini to the air fryer basket. Cook for 15 to 17 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes for even crisping. The tortellini are done when they’re deeply golden and crispy. Transfer them to a serving platter and garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley, if using.

5. 5

   Once the vegetables are nicely blistered, remove them from the griddle and place them in a blender. Add the mascarpone cheese, sugar, basil, and additional seasoning. Blend until smooth and creamy. Transfer the sauce to a bowl.

6. 6

   Serve the crispy tortellini with the creamy marinara for dipping. Enjoy warm.