Penne & Spinach Pasta Toss

INGREDIENTS

• 8 oz. penne or ziti pasta, uncooked
• 1 pkgs (9 oz.) baby spinach leaves
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup chicken broth

• 2 Tbsp. minced sun dried tomatoes
• 2 tsp. dried basil
• 1 large tomato, diced
• 2 cups (8 oz.) Sargento® Fancy Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, divided

DIRECTIONS

• 1

  Cook pasta according to package directions in lightly salted water adding spinach to pasta during last minute of cooking, stirring until wilted.

• 2

  Meanwhile, mix cheese, sun dried tomatoes and basil; set aside. 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.

• 3

  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).

Shredded
Gourmet
Mozzarella
Tomatoes
Dinner
Pasta
Basil
Italian