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 Method:Boiling
1. Formula
- 2 (9 ounce) packages refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini
- 2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (9 ounce) package Green Giant(R) Frozen Spinach, thawed, undrained*
- 1 cup cubed seeded tomato
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup whipping cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese
2. Nutrition Information
- Calories: 586 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Dietary Fiber: 5 g
- Fat: 36 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Sugars: 6 g
Please avoid eating too much Fat and Calories to keep fit and lose your weight.
3. Directions
- Cook tortellini to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain; cover to keep warm.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium heat until hot. Add onion and garlic; cook about 4 minutes or until tender and lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Add spinach, tomato, basil, salt and pepper; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in whipping cream and cheese. Cook until mixture just comes to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in cooked tortellini. Cook an additional 4 to 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated. If desired, serve with additional Parmesan cheese.
4. Remark
For Florentine flair, pair cheese tortellini with spinach, tomato and basil in a creamy sauce.
Notes:Tip
* To quickly thaw spinach, cut small slit in center of pouch; microwave on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes or until thawed.
Submitted by
Jeanini Alfano, Montauk, NY
Bake-Off(R) Contest 34, 1990
$2000 Winner
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