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Penne & Spinach Pasta Toss

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 20

Serves: Serves: 4

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

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

• 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.

• 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).