Appetizers (Tortellini Appetizers)

By chefbobby

Ingredients

• Pesto Dip:
• 4 garlic cloves, peeled
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated spinach tortellini
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup prepared pesto
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1 pint grape tomatoes
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cups mayonnaise
• 1 jar (8.1 ounces) prepared pesto
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Preparation

Step 1

For The Pesto Dip:
In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, pesto, garlic powder and cheese.

For The Appetizers:
1) Place garlic cloves on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil; drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil. Wrap foil around garlic. Bake at 425° for 20-25 minutes or until tender. Cool for 10-15 minutes.

2) Meanwhile, cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Toss with remaining oil; set aside.

3) In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, cheese, milk, pesto and pepper. Mash garlic into pesto mixture; stir until combined.

4) Alternately thread tortellini and tomatoes onto toothpicks. Serve with pesto dip. Refrigerate leftovers.