Monday, March 7, 2011

Food



Roasted Vegetables With Tortellini

For a satisfying meal, use your favorite veggies in this pasta dish. Roasting vegetables with light butter helps to reduce the fat.

Ingredients:

3 tablespoons stick Land O Lakes® Light Butter
6 cups fresh vegetables, cut into 1/2-inch strips or chunks (red, yellow and/or green peppers, onion, zucchini, yellow summer squash, green beans)
4 teaspoons chopped fresh garlic
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 (9-ounce) package refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini
Salt, if desired

Directions:

Heat oven to 450°F. Place 2 tablespoons light butter in 13x9-inch baking pan; heat in oven until melted (1 to 2 minutes). Stir in vegetables, garlic and Italian seasoning. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until vegetables are crisply tender.

Meanwhile, cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain; return to pan. Stir in remaining light butter and roasted vegetables. Salt to taste, if desired.

Prep Time: 15 min.
Total Time: 35 min.
6 (1 1/3-cup) servings


Bonus Round:

Chile-Roasted Shrimp Recipe