Cheese Ravoli With Pesto

another recipe from feed a family of 4 for under $10.00

• Ready In: 12 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 4 bowls

Ingredients

• 1 (9 ounce) package cheese, ravoli
• 1 1⁄2 cups  fresh  Baby Spinach
• 2⁄3 cup fresh basil leaf
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2  garlic cloves
• 2  tablespoons  fat-free low-sodium chicken broth
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 1  tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1  plum tomato, diced
• 1⁄2 cup  shaved fresh parmesan cheese
•  fresh basil leaf (optional)

Directions

1. Cook ravioli according to package directions, omit salt, and fat. Drain.
2. Combine spinach, basil, salt, red pepper, and garlic in a food processor.
3. With processor running, add broth, olive oil, and lemon juice through chute until mixture is smooth.
4. Combine ravioli , pesto, and tomato in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, cook for 1 minute or until warm.
5. Spoon 3/4 cup into 4 bowls, and sprinkle each serving with 2 tablespoons cheese, and 4 teaspoons nuts.
6. Garnish with basil if desired.