Tortellini Stew with Spinach
- 16-oz. pkg. frozen tortellini
- 2 tsp. olive oil
- 3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 10-oz. bag fresh spinach, stemmed and chopped, or 10-oz. pkg. frozen chopped spinach, thawed
- 28-oz. can diced tomatoes
- 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp. dried basil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Bring large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
- Add tortellini, stirring to prevent sticking, and cook according to package directions until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in large saucepan, heat oil over low heat.
- Add garlic, and cook.
- Stir often, until golden, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Stir in spinach, tomatoes, oregano and basil.
- Increase heat to medium, and bring to a simmer.
- Cook until heated through, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
- Drain tortellini well, then stir into tomato mixture along with parsley.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve in shallow bowls, sprinkled with Parmesan if desired.
frozen tortellini, olive oil, garlic, fresh spinach, tomatoes, oregano, dried basil, parsley, parmesan cheese
Taken from www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/tortellini-stew-with-spinach/ (may not work)