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- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves: 4
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Penne & Spinach Pasta Toss
Ingredients
- 8 oz. penne or ziti pasta, uncooked
- 8 cups (8 oz.) packed baby or torn spinach leaves
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 1-3/4 cups (7 oz.) Sargento® Bistro® Blends Shredded Mozzarella Cheese with Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Basil, divided
Directions
- Cook pasta according to package directions adding spinach to water during last minute of cooking, stirring until wilted.
- Meanwhile, 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).
