Tortellini Casserole

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Tortellini Casserole

 

2 pkg.. (9 oz. ea.) fresh cheese filled tortellini*

1 TB extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)

1 TB butter

1 tsp. garlic, minced

1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms

1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen peas, thawed, drained

3/4 cup (3 oz.) Cheddar cheese, shredded

 

Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain. Set aside.

 

Melt butter and oil in 12 " skillet until sizzling; add mushrooms and garlic.

Sauté over medium

heat, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 3 to 5 minutes.

 

Stir in tortellini and peas; continue cooking until heated through, 3 to 5

minutes. Stir in cheese.

 

Sprinkle with additional cheese, if desired. Serves: 6.

 

* Substitute 1-1/2 cups (7 oz.) uncooked dried tortellini or 2-1/2 cups (8

oz.) uncooked dried

medium shell macaroni.

 

Microwave Directions: Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain.

Combine butter

and mushrooms in 2 quart casserole. Cover; microwave on HIGH until tender, 2

to 2-1/2 minutes.

Stir in tortellini and peas. Cover; microwave on HIGH until heated through, 4

to 5 minutes. Stir in

cheese. Sprinkle with additional cheese, if desired.

 

Serves: 6.

 

Nutrition Information:

Per serving = Calories 360, Fat 13 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 470 mg,

Carbohydrates 43 g, Dietary Fiber 0 g, Protein 18 g.