Creamy Spinach and Pasta
Carla Kehler
16 oz. pasta, such as tortellini or spirals
2 tbsp. olive oil
1/2 c. onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
9 oz. spinach, chopped
1 large tomato, cubed
1/4 fresh basil, chopped
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 cup whipping cream
1/4 c. parmesan cheese, grated
Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and return to pan to keep warm.
Heat oil In large frying pan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté 4 minutes or until lightly browned. Stir in spinach, tomato, basil, salt and pepper. Cook another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in whipping cream and parmesan cheese. Cook until mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat to low and mix in pasta. Cook an additional 4 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
