Wednesday, October 1, 2008

Ziti with Spinach, Cherry Tomatoes, & Gorgonzola Sauce

This is my slightly modified version of a Cooking Light recipe. It's very easy to make & very yummy!

Ingredients:
16 oz uncooked ziti (1 package)
1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
12 Tbsps half-and-half
6 Tbsps Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
2 cups fresh spinach

Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain
Heat extra-virgin olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat
Add cherry tomatoes, salt, crushed red pepper, and minced garlic to pan; cook 1 minute, stirring occasionally
Stir in half-and-half and Gorgonzola cheese; cook 2 minutes or until slightly thick, stirring constantly
Stir in spinach and pasta; cook 1 minute or until spinach wilts, tossing occasionally

Serve with garlic bread sticks - 1 package refrigerated bread sticks, melt 1 Tbsp butter & mix with 1 1/2 tsp minced garlic. Brush butter mixture on bread sticks, twist, & bake in oven at 350° for 13 mins

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