Tortellini with Fresh Vegetables

The first week of the new year is almost over!  We did try a new recipe.  Tortellini with Fresh Vegetables will start off a new year of new recipes, but will it make it as a family favorite? 

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Ingredients 

1 (19 0z.) package frozen tortellini

1 med. zucchini, sliced

1 pint grape tomatoes sliced in halves

1 red pepper chopped

2 Tbsp. olive oil

1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning

1/2 tsp. garlic powder

fresh ground pepper 

grated parmesan

Directions

1.  Boil tortellini according to package directions.  Drain.  Drizzle about 1 Tbsp. olive oil and toss tortellini to avoid sticking.  Set aside.

2.  Heat 1 Tbsp. olive oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook bell pepper in oil 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until crisp-tender.

3.  Stir in tomatoes, zucchini, Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Cover and cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until zucchini is tender.

4.  Stir in tortellini. Add fresh ground pepper. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot.  Serve with grated parmesan if desired.

Adapted from Betty Crocker

The Results...
Tortellini with Fresh Vegetables is a new family favorite!  This makes a nice side dish or a light supper.  The zucchini was cooked just right (not too mushy).  Everything tasted delicious together from the tangy tomatoes to the tender tortellini.  It received 4 stars (out of 5) from our family.  This was a great start to a new year of new recipes!

*Update
This makes a great side dish for a BBQ or potluck using fresh summer veggies! I've shared this recipe at the Weekend Potluck, Gooseberry Patch and Foodie Friends Friday.
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