Cappelletti (Noun)
Meaning
Small circular or square cases of dough with savory fillings.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- Cappelletti are typically served in broth, and they're a staple in many Italian households during the holidays.
- If you're looking for a twist on traditional ravioli, try making cappelletti with a variety of cheeses and herbs instead.
- To make authentic cappelletti, start by making a simple pasta dough that you can roll out and fill with your desired ingredients.
- In some regions of Italy, cappelletti are called 'hat' due to their close resemblance to a traditional hat.
- One of the main differences between cappelletti and tortellini is that cappelletti usually have a more delicate and thinner pasta wrapping around the filling.