Tortellini with Spinach and Cherry Tomatoes |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Use any flavored tortellini or ravioli in this recipe. Spinach and cherry tomatoes add color, flavor and nutrition to this simple pasta dish. Ingredients:
1 (9-ounce) package fresh three-cheese tortellini |
2 teaspoons olive oil |
2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic |
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper |
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved |
1/4 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth |
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1 (6-ounce) package fresh baby spinach |
Directions:
1. Cook tortellini according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
2. While tortellini cooks, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and red pepper; sauté 30 seconds.
3. Add tomatoes, broth, basil, salt, and baby spinach to pan; cook 2 minutes or until baby spinach wilts. Stir in tortellini; cook 1 minute.
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