Balanzoni

Balanzoni is a traditional pasta dish originating from Bologna. The dish consists of large green tortellini-like pasta that's stuffed with ricotta, spinach, eggs, Parmigiano Reggiano, and chopped mortadella or pork loin. The pasta is green because it's been prepared with spinach. The stuffed pasta is cooked and it's then traditionally served with butter and sage sauce. The name refers to Dr. Balanzone, a carnival mascot of Bologna, and more specifically his hat, which resembles the shape of this pasta.