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What's For Dinner: Tortellini with Bacon and Spinach
Wednesday, August 20, 2008

"A friend found this recipe in Real Simple magazine and shared it with me. It has everything -- protein, greens and grains -- and it is a nice light summer meal," writes Michele Ament of Pleasant Hills.

TORTELLINI WITH BACON AND SPINACH
  • 1 pound tortellini
  • 4 slices bacon
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 bag of spinach or arugula
  • Grated parmesan cheese

Cook tortellini according to package directions. Cook the bacon and set aside. Discard drippings. Brown butter in pan. Add bacon and spinach to pan. Place hot tortellini on top. Put the lid on the pan and let the spinach steam for a few minutes. Salt and pepper to taste. Place on serving platter and serve with grated parmesan cheese.

Have a quick recipe to share? Send it to Arlene Burnett, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, 34 Blvd. of the Allies, Pittsburgh PA 15222 or aburnett@post-gazette.com.
First published on August 20, 2008 at 12:00 am