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Tortellini in Pesto Cream
with bruschetta and balsamic glaze
Prep & Cook Time: 15-20 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk, Eggs, Wheat
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Vegetarian
- Mediterranean
Chef
Rachel Post
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In Your Box (serves 2)
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9 oz. Par-Cooked 5-Cheese Tortellini
- 2 Roma Tomatoes
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4 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
- 3 oz. Peas
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2 oz. Basil Pesto
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1 oz. Shredded Asiago Cheese
- ½ fl. oz. Balsamic Fig Glaze
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¼ oz. AP Flour
- 1 tsp. Minced Garlic and Parsley
- ½ tsp. Garlic Salt
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) pOJWvL3y
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Calories640
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Carbohydrates69g
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Net Carbs61g
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Fat32g
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Protein23g
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Sodium1690mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Medium Pot
- 1 Colander/Strainer
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 antibiotic free chicken, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.
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If using filets mignon, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
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If using salmon, pat dry. Add salmon, skin-side up first, and cook until salmon reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes per side.
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Add protein to meal as desired.
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1 Cook the Tortellini
Place a medium pot over medium heat and bring 4 cups water to a boil.
Once boiling, add tortellini, stir, cover, and cook until al dente, 4-6 minutes.Remove from burner. Reserve 1/4 cup tortellini cooking water.Drain tortellini in a colander/strainer and set aside. Reserve pot; no need to wipe clean.While tortellini cooks, continue recipe. -
2 Make the Bruschetta
Core tomatoes and cut into 1/4" dice.
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Add tomatoes to hot pan and stir occasionally until juices are released, 5-6 minutes.Add garlic salt and minced garlic and parsley and stir occasionally until combined, 1-2 minutes.Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.Remove from burner. -
3 Make the Sauce
Return pot used to cook tortellini to medium heat.
Add cream base, reserved tortellini cooking water, and flour to hot pot. Stir until no dry flour remains. Bring to a simmer.Once simmering, add tortellini, peas, and pesto. Stir until thoroughly combined, 1-2 minutes.Remove from burner. -
4 Finish the Dish
Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping tortellini with bruschetta. Drizzle balsamic glaze over to taste and garnish with cheese. Bon appétit!
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