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Pesto Tortellini with Roasted Peppers

Store-bought tortellini tossed with vibrant basil pesto and jarred red peppers.

Prep Time

5 min

Cook Time

7 min

Servings

4

Ingredients

  • 20 oz Cheese Tortellini
  • 0.5 cup Basil Pesto
  • 1 cup Roasted Red Peppers
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan Cheese
  • 2 tbsp Pine Nuts(optional)
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach(optional)
  • 1 tsp Salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

  2. 2

    Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually 3-5 minutes or until they float.

  3. 3

    While pasta cooks, slice the roasted red peppers into thin strips.

  4. 4

    Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the tortellini.

  5. 5

    Return the pasta to the pot and add the basil pesto, roasted peppers, and fresh spinach if using.

  6. 6

    Toss gently over low heat, adding the reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.

  7. 7

    Serve immediately topped with grated Parmesan cheese and toasted pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

480

kcal

Protein

18

g

Carbs

52

g

Fat

24

g

Fiber

4

g

Sugar

3

g

Sodium

890

mg

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