Spinach Tortellini With Roasted Red Peppers

Submitted by southern chef in lo

"Tortellini with spinach, roasted red peppers, fresh basil and nuts."

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 2 (9 ounce) packages of fresh spinach tortellini
• 1 (7 ounce) jar roasted red peppers
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1⁄4 cup of chopped fresh basil
• 1⁄2 cup of chopped walnuts or 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
• 1 cup ranch dressing

directions

1. Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and set aside.
2. Slice the red peppers into strips set aside.
3. In medium saucepan, heat oil; add garlic and sauté about 2 minutes.
4. Add red pepper strips, basil, and tortellini.
5. Stir to coat; add nuts.
6. Stir in enough dressing so that mixture is creamy and tortellini is coated.
7. Serve hot.