Tuesday, August 28, 2007

Creamy Pesto Tortellini

2 packages (9oz each) frozen or fresh light cheese tortellini
1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/4 inch slices
1 small red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and diced
1 small yellow bell pepper, cored, seeded and diced
1 cup fat-free half and half
1/4 cup prepared pesto
1/4 pound ham, cubed

1)Cook pasta in a large pot of lightly salted boiling water until al dente. For the last 2 minutes of cooking, add zucchini and peppers. drain in colander.
2)Add half and half, pesto and ham to pot. Heat over medium-high heat for 3 minutes. Return pasta and vegetables to pot; toss with sauce to coat. Remove from heat
3)Let stand for 10 minutes to thicken slightly before serving.

Start to finish: 33 minutes
Servings: 6

Weight Watchers points:7
Calories:357, Fat:11g, Protein:19g, Fiber:3g

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