Penne Spinach Pasta
Recipe Ingredients:
- 8 oz. penne or ziti pasta, uncooked
- 1 pkgs (9 oz.) baby spinach leaves
- 1/4 cup kisan canola cooking oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 Tbsp. minced sun dried tomatoes
- 2 tsp. dried basil
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 2 cups (8 oz.) Sargento Shredded Mozzarella - Fine Cut, divided
Recipe Method:
- Cook pasta according to package directions in lightly salted water adding spinach to pasta during last minute of cooking, stirring until wilted.
- Meanwhile, mix cheese, sun dried tomatoes and basil; set aside.
- Heat oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add garlic; cook 2 minutes. Add broth and bring to a simmer; cook 4 minutes.
- Drain pasta and spinach; add to skillet, tossing well.
- Simmer 2 minutes, tossing frequently.
- Stir in tomato; heat through. Season with salt to taste. Transfer mixture to four shallow pasta bowls;
- Top each serving with 1/4 cup of cheese. Immediately toss pasta with two spoons until cheese melts.
- Top each serving with remaining cheese. Serve with freshly ground black pepper (optional).
Recipe Tips:
No More Clumping Salt
If your salt is clumping, just put few grains of rice in it. The rice will absorb the excessive moisture.