Saturday, March 21, 2009

tortellini with fresh herbs

Have a herb garden? They're inexpensive and it's a great time to grow one. This recipe is quick, healthy and delicious.

Ingredients
1 package cheese tortellini
1/4 cup olive oil
3 Tbl. spoons chopped pine nuts
1 Tbl. spoon chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon fresh basil leaves
1 pint (2 cups) cherry tomatoes cut into fourths
Grated Parmesan
Fresh pepper if desired

Directions
Cook tortellini as directed on package.
While tortellini is cooking, mix all ingredients except tomatoes and pepper in a small bowl.
Toss tortellini, herb mixture and tomatoes.
Sprinkle with pepper. Add Parmesan to taste.

Serves 4. Substitute vermicelli for tortellini as an alternative.
An affordable organic meal.

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