Mediterranean Pasta Toss

Mediterranean Pasta Toss
3 points per serving

Ingredients:
8 oz pasta -- uncooked

1 can artichoke hearts -- drained and chopped

1/2 small green bell pepper -- coarsely chopped
1/4 cup pitted black olives -- sliced
1 Tablespoon olive oil

2 cloves garlic -- pressed
1 can Italian style diced tomatoes -- drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup feta cheese

Directions

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and keep warm.

Cut-up and prepare vegetables for cooking.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot. Press garlic into skillet with Garlic Press; stir-fry 15 seconds. Add onion and bell pepper; stir-fry 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender.

Add olives, artichokes, tomatoes with juice, and salt. Heat 1-2 minutes, stirring gently until heated through. Remove from heat. Stir in warm pasta; sprinkle with Feta cheese. Serve immediately!

Thursday, January 27, 2011:

Breakfast: 9 points

Snack: 1 point
Lunch: 7 points

Snack: 2 points
Dinner: 6 points

TOTAL = 25 points