Ricotta and Herb Cappellacci

Handmade pasta parcels filled with herb-infused ricotta, served with fresh basil pesto, seasonal peas, and runner beans.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 710.1 kcals 2840.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 62.1 grams 248.5 grams
Fat 39.1 grams 156.2 grams
Protein 27.7 grams 110.8 grams
Cook Time
30 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
4
piece
Eggs
free-range, mixed with 1-2 tbsp water as necessary
200
g
Ricotta
drained
1
tbsp
Parmesan
freshly grated, plus extra to serve
50
g
Parmesan
grated, for pesto
GrainsCereals
400
g
00 Pasta Flour
plus extra for dusting
NutsSeeds
4
tsp
Chives
finely chopped
1
tbsp
Basil
leaves, finely chopped
1
tsp
Marjoram
leaves, finely chopped
1
tsp
Oregano
leaves, finely chopped
60
g
Basil
fresh leaves for pesto
1
piece
Garlic
clove, finely chopped
1
pinch
Salt
to taste
1
pinch
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
1
bunch
Mint
sprigs, for garnish
OilsFats
Vegetables
100
g
Peas
fresh
100
g
Runner Beans
trimmed, cut into 2 cm lengths

Steps

  • Combine flour and eggs in a processor or bowl until the mixture looks like breadcrumbs.
  • Knead the mixture on a floured surface for 3 minutes until smooth.
  • Wrap the dough in film and chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
  • Mix the ricotta, Parmesan, and herbs in a bowl and season with salt and pepper.
  • Roll the pasta dough very thin using a rolling pin or a pasta machine.
  • Cut the pasta sheets into 7.5 cm squares.
  • Brush square edges with water and place a spoonful of filling in the center.
  • Fold each square into a triangle and press the edges firmly to seal.
  • Bring the two long-edge corners of the triangle together and press to join.
  • Purée basil, garlic, and Parmesan, then blend with olive oil to make pesto.
  • Boil the peas and beans for 4 minutes until tender, then drain and add to the pesto.
  • Boil the pasta in batches for 2 minutes and transfer to the pesto pan.
  • Add a little pasta water to the pan and heat through while stirring gently.
  • Serve in bowls topped with more Parmesan and mint sprigs.