Basic Tortellini Pasta

1. 1

   Mix flour and salt in a bowl.

2. 2

   Create a well with the flour and salt.

3. 3

   Whisk together the three eggs, oil and water thoroughly.

4. 4

   Add wet ingredients little by little to center of flour well, mixing gradually until dough becomes a ball.

5. 5

   Turn onto a lightly floured surface, and knead until ball is smooth and elastic.

6. 6

   Add more water if necessary.

7. 7

   Allow to rest for thirty minutes in a lightly oiled bowl, covered with plastic wrap.

8. 8

   After thirty minutes, cut dough into circles that are approximately 2 inches in diameter.

9. 9

   Place 1/2 to 3/4 tsp of filling in center of dough circle, fold over into a half moon shape, and then join edges around your finger, forming a circle shape.

10. 10

    Cook tortellini in 2-3 batches, in hot salty boiling water for 6 minutes or until firm.

11. 11

    Drain, and then add to sauce!

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