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For Pasta:
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1.Combine 1 c. flour and remaining ingredients in large metal or plastic bowl.
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2.Beat on low speed 2 minutes, scraping sides of bowl.
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3.Using a wooden spoon, stir in enough additional flour to make dough soft
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4.Turn dough onto lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.
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5.Cover dough and let rest for 1/2 hour.
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6.Combine all ingredients for filling in a bowl and mix well.
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7.Roll dough to about 1/8 inch thickness and cut into 1 1/2 inch circles.
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8.Place small amount of filling (1/2-3/4 tsp.) into center of circle and fold circle in half, pressing edges. Wrap folded edge of pasta around your index finger pinching edges together.
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9.To cook, place tortellinis in rapidly boiling water for 3-4 minutes.
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For Sauce:
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1.In a small-medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
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2.Using a wire whisk, whisk in 2 tbsp. of flour, salt, and pepper.
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3.Add milk a small amount at a time, stirring constantly, so as to not get lumps. Stir constantly over heat until sauce thickens slightly (you will see some bubbles). Add more flour if necessary until sauce thickens.
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4.Remove from heat and stir in grated cheese until it melts.
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5.Pour over pasta and enjoy!
