Antipasto Tortellini

INGREDIENTS:

• 1lb thinly sliced bresaola or Genoa salami. (Making sure its a large round shape is most important) 
• 1 cup ricotta cheese 
• 1/4 cup parmigiano cheese, grated + more to shave on the dish
• 1-2 lemons, zested & juiced
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped 
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste 
• Olive oil, parsley and parm to garnish 

PREPARATION:

1. In a medium mixing bowl, stir together ricotta, parmigiano, lemon zest and juice, fresh parsley, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
2. Place a teaspoon of the ricotta mixture in the center of one slice of bresola and pinch to shape into a tortellini. 
3. Chill until ready to serve. Dress with a light drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, parmigiano shavings and fresh herbs just before serving.