Post by marlaoh on Apr 30, 2003 5:45:25 GMT -6
Spinach Pasta Salad
The basil, prosciutto, and pine nuts pack plenty of flavor into this cool pasta salad.
Source: Better Homes and Gardens
8 ounces ziti (2-1/4 cups) or other small pasta
1 cup lightly packed spinach leaves
1/4 cup lightly packed basil leaves
2 cloves garlic, quartered
2 tablespoons finely shredded Parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon water
1/2 cup light mayonnaise dressing or salad dressing
Spinach leaves
Radicchio leaves (optional)
1 to 2 ounces (3 to 6 tablespoons) chopped prosciutto or ham
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta, rinse with cold water, and drain again. Set aside.
2. Meanwhile, in a blender container or food processor bowl combine the 1 cup spinach, basil, garlic, cheese, salt, and pepper. Add oil and water; cover and blend or process until nearly smooth and mixture forms a paste, scraping down sides of container frequently. Combine the mayonnaise or salad dressing with the spinach mixture. Add to pasta and toss until well coated. Cover and chill for at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours.
3. To serve, line a salad bowl with spinach leaves and, if desired, radicchio leaves. Spoon salad into lined bowl. Sprinkle with chopped prosciutto and pine nuts. Makes 6 to 8 side-dish servings.
The basil, prosciutto, and pine nuts pack plenty of flavor into this cool pasta salad.
Source: Better Homes and Gardens
8 ounces ziti (2-1/4 cups) or other small pasta
1 cup lightly packed spinach leaves
1/4 cup lightly packed basil leaves
2 cloves garlic, quartered
2 tablespoons finely shredded Parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon water
1/2 cup light mayonnaise dressing or salad dressing
Spinach leaves
Radicchio leaves (optional)
1 to 2 ounces (3 to 6 tablespoons) chopped prosciutto or ham
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta, rinse with cold water, and drain again. Set aside.
2. Meanwhile, in a blender container or food processor bowl combine the 1 cup spinach, basil, garlic, cheese, salt, and pepper. Add oil and water; cover and blend or process until nearly smooth and mixture forms a paste, scraping down sides of container frequently. Combine the mayonnaise or salad dressing with the spinach mixture. Add to pasta and toss until well coated. Cover and chill for at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours.
3. To serve, line a salad bowl with spinach leaves and, if desired, radicchio leaves. Spoon salad into lined bowl. Sprinkle with chopped prosciutto and pine nuts. Makes 6 to 8 side-dish servings.