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Peppy Pesto Toss
Prep and Cook Time: 20 minutes
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients:
8
ounces uncooked ziti or mostaccioli

1
package (16 ounces) frozen bell pepper and onion strips, thawed

1/2
pound deli turkey breast or smoked turkey breast, cut 1/2 inch thick

1
cup half-and-half

1/2
cup prepared pesto

1/4
cup grated Parmesan or Asiago cheese



 
Preparation:
1.
Cook pasta according to package directions.

2.
Add pepper and onion mixture to pasta water during last 2 minutes of cooking. Meanwhile, cut turkey into 1/2-inch cubes.

3.
Drain pasta and vegetables in colander.

4.
Combine half-and-half, pesto sauce and turkey in saucepan used to prepare pasta. Cook 2 minutes or until heated through.

5.
Return pasta and vegetables to saucepan and toss well to coat. Sprinkle with grated cheese. Serve immediately.



Nutritional Information:
Serving Size:
Sodium 1040 mg
Protein 28 g
Fiber 2 g
Carbohydrate 60 g
Cholesterol 75 mg
Total Fat 26 g
Calories 581
Dietary Exchange:
Meat 2
Vegetable 3
Starch 3
Fat 4


This recipe appears in: Pasta

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