Turkey Tortellini Toss
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Garden fresh tomatoes, zucchini, and fresh oregano will have your family coming back for more. I use any kind of leftover meat with this - chicken, sausage, shredded or sliced pork - for a delicious variation each time.
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Ingredients:
| 2 cups | frozen cheese tortellini (about 8 ounces) |
| 1 pound | ground turkey (or any cooked meat) |
| 2 | medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced |
| 2 | garlic cloves, minced |
| 1 1/2 cups | cherry tomatoes |
| 1/2 tablespoon | fresh oregano, chopped finely |
| 1/2 teaspoon | salt |
| 1/4 teaspoon | crushed red pepper flakes |
| 1 cup | shredded asiago cheese, divided |
| 1 tablespoon | olive oil |
Directions:
Cook tortellini according to package directions.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook turkey, zucchini and garlic over medium heat 7-9 minutes or until turkey is no longer pink, breaking up turkey into crumbles; drain. (If using cooked meat, add with the tomatoes to heat.). Add tomatoes, oregano, salt and pepper flakes; cook 2 minutes longer. Stir in 3/4 cup cheese.
Drain tortellini; add to skillet and toss to combine. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Yield: 4 servings.
Source: tasteofhome.com
