Laboratorio Tortellini’s Red Hearts with Mozzarella di Bufala, Tomato, and Basil is a visually stunning and delicious fresh frozen egg pasta. Shaped like hearts and dyed a vibrant red-orange with tomato and beetroot, this pasta is filled with a rich combination of Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP, buffalo ricotta, tomatoes, and fragrant basil. It’s perfect for special occasions or gourmet meals, combining high-quality ingredients with Italian tradition.

Key Features:

• Filling Composition: The filling makes up 54% of each heart-shaped pasta, featuring 23% Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP and buffalo ricotta, with 20% tomatoes, breadcrumbs, basil, extra virgin olive oil, and pepper. This blend offers a creamy, flavorful filling with the freshness of tomatoes and a hint of basil.
• Pasta Composition: The pasta is made from 100% durum wheat semolina and barn eggs (18.5%), enriched with 2% dehydrated tomato and concentrated beetroot juice, giving it a distinctive red-orange color and a supple texture that complements the rich filling.
• IQF (Individually Quick Frozen) Process: Each pasta is frozen using the IQF method, preserving its freshness and quality, while allowing for easy portion control and handling.

Cooking Instructions:

• Boil salted water, and without defrosting, add the frozen red hearts to the water.
• Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, then drain and season as desired.
• For optimal results, use one liter of boiling water for every 100 grams of pasta.

Nutritional Information (per 100 grams):

• Calories: 225 kcal
• Proteins: 9.8 g
• Carbohydrates: 24.8 g (of which sugars: 3.3 g)
• Fats: 9.1 g (of which saturated fats: 6.3 g)
• Fiber: 2.5 g
• Sodium: 0.29 g
• Salt: 0.73 g

Packaging and Storage:

• Available in a 3 kg (6.6 lbs) case, each piece weighing approximately 16.7 grams.
• The product should be stored at a temperature below -18°C and can be kept frozen for up to 24 months from the production date.

Allergen Information:

• Contains: Wheat (gluten), eggs, milk (including lactose), Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP.
• May contain traces of mustard and soy.

Laboratorio Tortellini’s Red Hearts with Mozzarella di Bufala, Tomato, and Basil provides an elegant and flavorful pasta option, ideal for chefs and home cooks seeking a unique, gourmet Italian dish​.

3kg / 6.6lb bag in box. Ciao Code: C31