Spinach Cheese Tortellini With Zucchini Mozzarella And Toasted Almonds Recipes

TORTELLINI WITH TOMATO SPINACH CREAM SAUCE

Steps:

• In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add tomatoes, spinach and seasonings. Cook and stir over medium heat until liquid is absorbed, about 3 minutes., Stir in cream; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, cook tortellini according to package directions; drain. Stir into sauce. Sprinkle with cheese.

TORTELLINI SPINACH CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°. Cook tortellini according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms, garlic powder, onion powder and pepper in 1/4 cup butter until mushrooms are tender. Remove and keep warm. , In same skillet, combine milk and remaining butter. Bring to a gentle boil; stir in brick cheese until smooth. Drain tortellini; place in a large bowl. Stir in mushroom mixture and spinach. Add cheese sauce and toss to coat. , Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Cover and bake 15 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.

3 CHEESE TORTELLINI/ROASTED PEPPER/ZUCCHINI & SPINACH

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
• Cook Tortellini according to directions on package.
• While Tortellini cooks:.
• Sauté onion in oil for 5 minutes in a large skillet over medium heat.
• Add zucchini and pepper, cook for 3 minutes.
• Season with salt & crushed red pepper, if desired.
• Add red peppers and baby spinach and sauté for 1 additional minute.
• Drain Tortellini and mix with sauce in skillet.
• Stir in tomatoes and serve
• Parmesan cheese for serving, if desired.