As we enter the cold stretch of the year, our thoughts turn to pasta—specifically, to filled pasta. Luxurious little pockets of dough stuffed with creamy cheese, savory mushrooms, or salty prosciutto are a hearty, warming balm for the winter blues. Can you name a dish more comforting than manicotti filled with ricotta and spinach and doused in warm tomato sauce? I can’t.
We’ve compiled a list of filled pasta recipes below. Most are projects that involve making your own pasta dough, stuffing it with filling, then carefully rolling or folding it into shape. We think the effort involved makes these recipes especially suited to winter. Cozy up inside with a few friends or family members and take on a cooking project with the ultimate reward. Still, if you’re looking for something easy to do with that box of tortellini you bought on a whim, we’ve got a recipe for that, too.
