
Cheese Trilogy Tortellini
By Chef Paul McLoughlin
Ingredients
Cheese Filling
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Finely Grated Aged Australian Cheddar: 40g
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Ricotta (well-drained): 80g
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Mascarpone: 60g
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Salt & Pepper: to taste
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Pinch Nutmeg: to taste
Parmesan Emulsion
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Australian Cream: 150ml
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Australian Milk: 50ml
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Australian Parmesan: 70g
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Australian Unsalted Butter: 1 tsp
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Australian Macadamia Nuts: 2 tbsp
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Fresh Australian Black Truffle: 10g
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Australian Olive Oil or Truffle Oil (light drizzle to finish): garnish
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Egg Yolk or Lecithin: 1
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Micro Herbs or Shaved Parmesan
Directions
Prepare Pasta Dough
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Mix flour and salt, make a well, and add eggs.
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Mix and knead for 8–10 mins until smooth.
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Wrap in cling film; rest for 30 minutes.
Make Cheese Filling
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Combine ricotta, mascarpone, cheddar, and seasonings.
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Mix well into a smooth paste.
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Transfer to a piping bag or refrigerate until needed.
Roll & Shape Tortellini
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Roll pasta dough into thin sheets (setting 6 on pasta roller).
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Cut 6–7cm rounds.
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Pipe a small dot of filling in the centre.
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Fold into a half-moon, press edges, then shape into tortellini.
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Lightly dust with semolina until ready to cook.
Make Parmesan Emulsion
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Gently heat cream + milk in a pan.
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Stir in grated parmesan over low heat.
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Whisk until smooth. Add butter to finish.
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Optionally blend in egg yolk for creaminess.
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Strain for a silky finish. Keep warm.
Cook Tortellini
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Boil in salted water for 2-3 minutes until tender.
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Drain gently. Toss lightly in butter or olive oil.
Toast & Crush Macadamia
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Toast in a dry pan or oven until golden.
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Cool slightly, then crush roughly.
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