Cheesy Spinach Pasta Toss

By PKMom

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

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.