Spinach And Artichoke Pasta Salad Recipes

SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE PASTA BAKE

Steps:

• Microwave the spinach according to the package instructions, then allow to cool slightly. Squeeze out the excess water with a kitchen towel and set aside.
• Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni and cook 2 minutes less than the package instructions. Reserve 1 1/2 cups of the pasta water before draining.
• In a large room-temperature saucepan, add the olive oil and garlic. Turn on the heat to medium and allow the garlic to cook until lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the crushed red pepper flakes, then add the spinach and artichokes and saute 2 to 3 minutes. Add about 3/4 cup pasta water and the cream cheese and dried basil to the saucepan and allow the cream cheese to melt, 3 to 4 minutes. Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup more of the pasta water if necessary to thin out the sauce, and season with salt and pepper. Stir in the grated Parmesan.
• Add the rigatoni to the sauce and stir to coat. Transfer to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish (if your pan is oven-safe, you can skip this step). Top with the shredded mozzarella. Broil on high until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown, about 5 minutes. Serve immediately.

SPINACH & ARTICHOKE PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to the box, drain and then run under cold water.
• Add all of the ingredients to the cold pasta and mix well.
• Keep refrigerated, makes 16- 1/2 cup servings

ARTICHOKE AND PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Combined 2 artichoke hearts, olive oil, and the next six ingredients (olive oil through garlic) in a blender or food processor, and process until mixture is smooth.
• Chop the remaining artichoke hearts.
• Combine the chopped artichokes, pasta, spinach and chopped tomato in a large bowl.
• Pour pureed artichoked mixture over pasta mixture, and toss well to coat.
• Cover and chill 2 hours.
• Sprinkle with feta cheese.
• Yields six servings (one cup each).

ARTICHOKE SPINACH SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. For dressing, combine the vinegar, sugar, salt, mustard and onion in a blender; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Drizzle over salad; gently toss to coat. Refrigerate any leftover dressing.

ARTICHOKE, GARBANZO, & SPINACH PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Mix artichoke hearts, garbanzo beans, pasta, spinach leaves, tomato, bell pepper, mushrooms & pimento-stuffed olives(if using) in a large bowl.
• Blend olive oil, lemon juice, water, garlic, oregano or Italian seasoning, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, & salt(if using) in a blender or food processor until smooth.
• Pour over salad and toss.
• Cover and chill for at least 2 hours.
• Top with feta cheese before serving.