TORTELLINI SPINACH CASSEROLE

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This is a little different from the ones already on Zaar--it doesn't used creamed spinach. I don't know what brick cheese is--I usually use fontina and mozzarella, and it comes out great.

Provided by FloridaGrl

Categories     Spinach

Time 40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (10 ounce) packages frozen cheese tortellini
1 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup butter, divided
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 (8 ounce) package brick cheese, cubed
3 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the mushrooms,garlic powder, onion powder and pepper in 1/4 cup butter until mushrooms are tender. Remove and keep warm.
  • In the same skillet, combine the milk and remaining butter. Bring to a gentle boil; stir in brick(or fontina)cheese. Cook and stir until smooth. Drain tortellini; place in a large bowl. Stir in the mushroom mixture and the spinach. Add cheese sauce and toss to coat.
  • Transfer to a greased 3 quart baking dish; sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Cover and bake at 350 for 15 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.1, Fat 19.8, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 677.7, Carbohydrate 30.6, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 2.1, Protein 21.4

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