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Caramelized Onion-Tortellini Spinach Salad

Caramelized Onion-Tortellini Spinach Salad
Tender tortellini pairs well with crunchy fresh spinach in this innovative salad from our Test Kitchen home economists. Caramelized onions add flavorful element.
12 ServingsPrep: 15 min. Cook: 25 min.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups thinly sliced sweet onions
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, stems removed and torn
  • 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

  • In a large skillet over medium-low heat, cook onions in butter and
  • oil for 5 minutes or until tender. Add brown sugar; cook over low
  • heat for 20 minutes or until onions are golden brown, stirring
  • frequently. Meanwhile, cook tortellini according to package
  • directions.
  • Add the vinegar, salt and pepper to onion mixture. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat; cook 1-2 minutes longer or until syrupy.
  • Drain tortellini and rinse in cold water. In a large serving bowl,
  • combine the tortellini, spinach and Parmesan cheese. Add onion
  • mixture and toss to coat. Yield: 12 servings.
© Taste of Home 2013

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Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (3/4 cup) equals 185 calories, 10 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 16 mg cholesterol, 252 mg sodium, 19 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 6 g protein.
© Taste of Home 2013