Pasta Almanac

The difference

Tortellini vs Tortelloni

Same fold, different size and filling. Tortellini are small, rings pinched around a navel of pork and Parmigiano and served in broth. Tortelloni are the big version, usually ricotta and greens, dressed with butter. The suffix tells you which: ini is small, oni is large.

Gouache illustration of Tortellini

Tortellini

Family
Stuffed
Size
not yet measured
Surface
Smooth
Cook
3 min

Wants: Broth, Cream, Butter and sage

Gouache illustration of Tortelloni

Tortelloni

Family
Stuffed
Size
not yet measured
Surface
Smooth
Cook
3 to 5 min

Wants: Butter and sage, Tomato sauce

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