8.19.2009

Recipe of the Week

Recipe of the Week: Cheese Tortellini with Tomatoes and Corn

A nice light dish for a hot summer evening!

Ingredients:
  • 1 package (9 oz) refrigerated cheese tortellini
  • 1 package (16 oz) frozen corn, thawed or 3-1/3 cups fresh corn
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh basil
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions:
Cook tortellini according to package directions, adding the corn during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Drain and rinse in cold water.

In a large serving bowl, combine tortellini mixture and remaining ingredients; toss to coat.

Yield: 4 servings.


Nutrition Facts

One serving: 1-3/4 cups
Calories: 366
Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Cholesterol: 30 mg
Sodium: 286 mg
Carbohydrate: 57 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 14 g

Enjoy!

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1 comment:

  1. mmm....this sounds good! I'm gonna make this one soon! Thanks for sharing!

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