Express
Sicilian-Style Gemelli
with spinach and tomato
Prep & Cook Time: 15-20 min.
Spice Level: Medium
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
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Vegetarian
- Mediterranean
Chef
Tom Scodari
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In Your Box (serves 2)
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16 oz. Cooked Gemelli Pasta
- 4 oz. Grape Tomatoes
- 3 oz. Corn Kernels
- 2 oz. Baby Spinach
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2 oz. Sicilian Sauce
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1 oz. Shredded Asiago Cheese
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¼ cup Panko Breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp. Mirepoix Broth Concentrate
- 2 Garlic Cloves
- 1 tsp. Potato Spice Seasoning
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving) QPGBMr3E
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Calories670
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Carbohydrates94g
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Net Carbs86g
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Fat24g
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Protein20g
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Sodium1790mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Microwave
- 1 Microwave-Safe Plate
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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Meatlovers! If using protein, cook in a medium non-stick pan over medium heat with 1 tsp. olive oil.
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If using diced chicken breasts, pat dry. Stir occasionally until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes.
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If using ground beef, break up until beef reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes.
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If using ground turkey, break up until turkey reaches minimum internal temperature, 6-8 minutes.
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If using shrimp, pat dry. Cook until pink and shrimp reach minimum internal temperature, 2-3 minutes per side.
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Add protein to meal as desired.
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Halve tomatoes. If you receive one whole tomato instead, not to worry; simply core tomato, cut into 1/2" dice, and proceed with recipe instructions.
Thinly slice garlic. -
2 Cook the Vegetables
Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.
Add tomatoes, garlic, corn, and potato spice seasoning to hot pan. Stir occasionally until tomatoes begin to release juices, 3-5 minutes.While vegetables cook, continue recipe. -
3 Toast the Panko
Combine panko, 1/4 tsp. salt, and 1 tsp. olive oil on a microwave-safe plate.
Microwave until golden-brown and toasted, 1-2 minutes, stirring once halfway through. -
4 Add Pasta and Finish Dish
Add mirepoix base, 1/2 cup water, spinach, pasta, and a pinch of salt to hot pan. Bring to a simmer.
Once simmering, stir occasionally until spinach has wilted and water is mostly evaporated, 3-5 minutes.Remove from burner and stir in Sicilian sauce (to taste) and half the cheese (reserve remaining for garnish) until melted and combined.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, garnishing with remaining cheese and toasted panko. Bon appétit!
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