FESTIVE FALL TORTELLINI TOSS

Festive Fall Tortellini Toss image

Fall is my favorite season and I love the foods of autumn, such as mushrooms, squash, apples and walnuts. I combined these all with pasta to make a delicious side dish perfect for sharing at a potluck; the recipe can easily be doubled and can be served either warm or at room temperature. -Roxanne Chan, Albany, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings (2/3 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms
1-3/4 cups cubed peeled butternut squash (about 1/4-inch cubes)
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 medium tart apple, chopped
3 tablespoons thawed apple juice concentrate
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1/3 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/3 cup cubed smoked Gouda cheese (about 1/4-inch cubes)
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

Cook tortellini according to package directions. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms, squash and poultry seasoning; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until mushrooms are tender. Add apple, apple juice concentrate, vinegar and onion; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until squash is tender., Drain tortellini; rinse with cold water and place in a large bowl. Add squash mixture, walnuts, cheese and parsley; toss gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 109mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges