Cheesy Spinach Pasta Toss
By PKMom
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Ingredients
- 4 cups rotini noodles
- 1/2 pkg Baby Spinach (approx. 6 cups)
- 1 &1/2 cups 1% cottage cheese
- 3/4 cup shredded Medium Cheddar Cheese
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup each very finely chopped onion and roasted red pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper
- 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh dill
Details
Servings 4
Preparation
Step 1
Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, place the spinach in a food processor fitted with a metal blade. Pulse until coarsely chopped. Add the cottage cheese, cheddar and cornstarch. Pulse until well combined, then reserve.
Heat oil in a large, non-stick skillet set over medium heat. Add onion, red pepper, garlic, salt and pepper. Cook for 5 min. or until softened.
Add spinach mixture. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 min. or until bubbly and thickened. Add cooked pasta and dill; toss to coat. Adjust seasonings as needed. Serve immediately.
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