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How to Make Stuffed Pesto Pasta | Sorrentinos Caprese Recipe (Easy & Delicious)

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Sorrentinos Caprese

Cultural Context

Originating from the Campania region of Italy, Sorrentinos Caprese combines the classic flavors of Caprese salad—tomato, mozzarella, and basil—into a delightful stuffed pasta. Traditionally served with a simple tomato sauce, this dish showcases the beauty of fresh ingredients and is a favorite among families. Today, variations can be found across Italy and beyond, often incorporating seasonal vegetables or different cheeses.

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45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups homemade pasta dough with pesto
8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ricotta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Cottage cheese reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: provolone

Part-skim mozzarella is lower in fat.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Grana padano is a more affordable cheese with a similar flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive.

1

Prepare the pesto-infused pasta dough from scratch.

2

Prepare the classic Caprese filling with fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil.

3

Shape the homemade Sorrentinos using the prepared filling.

4

Cook the fresh stuffed pasta according to best practices for fresh pasta.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

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Also Known As

Sorrentinos alla CapreseCaprese Ravioli
Local Name: Sorrentinos Caprese

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