Tortellini salad - gh_9407

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2packs15oz cheese tortellini frozen
1largeCarrot
1mediumRedpepper
½largeBunch basil (about 1 cup loosely packed leaves)
2tablespoonsRed wine vinegar
1tablespoonOlive or salad od
2teaspoonsPrepared MU.Stard
¾teaspoonSalt
1teaspoonCoarsely ground black pepper
26oz jars marinated artichoke hearts, drained

Directions

ABOUT 30 MINUTES BEFORE SERVING OR EARLY IN DAY: 1. Prepare tortellini as label directs; drain.

2. Meanwhile, cut carrot and red pepper into matchstick-thin strips.

Reserve a few sprigs basil for garnish; coarsely chop remaining basil.

3. In lg bowl, with fork, mix vinegar, oil, mustard, salt, and pepper. Add tortellini, carrot, red pepper, basil and artichoke hearts; toss to coat. Garnish with basil sprigs. Cover and refrigerate if not serving right away.

Each serving: About 525 calories, 16 9 fat, 67 mg cholesterol, 1035 mg sodium.

Good Housekeeping/July'94/scanned & fixed by DP & GG