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Tortellini with Spring Sauce

Don't be cheesy. This is a delicious way to cook the yellow squash with cheese tortellini. Sauce may also be frozen for use later. 


Tortellini with Spring Sauce

Ingredients

For 1 people

  • 2 tablespoon(s) extra virgin olive oil (double if using fresh mushrooms)
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, chopped
  • 8 ounce(s) fresh sliced mushrooms or 1-2 cans sliced mushrooms, drained
  • 1 to 2 very large, firm yellow squash, seeds removed and flesh chopped
  • 3 cans diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1 small can tomato paste
  • 1/8 teaspoon(s) crushed red pepper
  • 3 teaspoon(s) to 6 teaspoons Italian dried herb mix
  • 1 teaspoon(s) balsamic vinegar (dash)
  • 9 ounce(s) Frozen or dried cheese tortellini, prepared
  • 1 Shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

In pot, sauté onion, bell pepper, garlic, and mushrooms until onion and bell pepper soften a little. Add squash, tomatoes, tomato paste, red pepper, and herbs. Simmer 30-45 minutes until tender and flavors are well blended. Add salt and adjust seasonings to taste; throw in a dash of balsamic vinegar. Toss with cooked tortellini and serve sprinkled with Parmesan. Refrigerate leftovers and eat warm or cold the next day.

Nutrition facts

  • Kcal: 1512.95 kcal
  • Fibers (g): 30.66g
  • Sodium (mg): 2845.73mg
  • Carbs: 238.04g
  • Fat: 46.14g
  • Saturated fat (g): 10g
  • Proteins: 55.91g