A stomach that is full causes the irritation, which causes diaphragm spasm and the subsequent hiccup. Swallowing too much food and air may cause distended stomach to push against the phrenic nerves, which causes the irritation. Moreover, taking hot spicy foods could also lead to irritation of the phrenic nerves.
Best Answer: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the tortellini. When they change color (become whiter) and soften they are ready - about 6-10 minutes. I love to serve with a tomato cream sauce and grilled chicken, top with Parmesan cheese. Or just a simple alfredo sauce.
Place 1 gallon of water for each pound of pasta into a large pot. Add Â½ tablespoon of salt per gallon of water. Bring the water to a full boil over medium-high heat. Add the pasta to the boiling water. Cook the pasta for 5 to 15 minutes once the water returns to a boil. Cooking time varies between pasta type, size and shape, so refer to the package for cooking time recommendations. Pour the pasta into a colander, draining off the water.