Tia and David's Deep Fried Tortellini

Ingredients

• 1 lb. of tortellini
• 2 cups of all-purpose baking mix
• 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
• 1 egg, beaten
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• 1 jar of your favorite marinara sauce

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the tortellini and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes.
2. Drain the tortellini and spread out on a plate to cool.
3. In a medium bowl, combine the baking mix, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
4. In a separate bowl, beat the egg.
5. Dip each piece of tortellini in the egg, then in the baking mix mixture. Coat evenly.
6. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Fry the tortellini in batches, until golden brown and crispy.
7. Drain the fried tortellini on a paper towel-lined plate.
8. Serve the fried tortellini with your favorite marinara sauce.

Interesting Facts

• Tortellini is a type of filled pasta that is believed to have originated in the Italian region of Emilia-Romagna.
• Tortellini is traditionally filled with a mixture of meats, cheese, and herbs.
• Fried tortellini is a popular dish in many Italian-American restaurants.