Express
One Pan
Blistered Tomato Gemelli
with kale and feta
Prep & Cook Time: 20-30 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Tree Nuts (Walnuts), Milk, Wheat
- Calorie-Conscious
- Fiber-Rich
- Vegetarian
Chef
David Welch
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In Your Box (serves 4)
- 16 oz. Cooked Gemelli
- 8 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
- 1 Yellow Squash
- 8 oz. Grape Tomatoes
- 6 oz. Shredded Kale
- 2 oz. Crumbled Feta Cheese
- 2 oz. Red Pepper Pesto
- 1 oz. Cream Cheese
- 1 oz. Walnut Halves
- 1 tsp. Garlic Salt
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories450
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Carbohydrates49g
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Net Carbs42g
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Fat24g
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Protein13g
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Sodium1300mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Pepper
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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Meatlovers! If using protein, cook in a medium non-stick pan over medium heat with 1 tsp. olive oil.
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If using antibiotic free chicken, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.
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If using sirloin steaks, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
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Add protein to meal as desired.
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Trim and halve yellow squash lengthwise. Cut into 1/4” half-moons.
Halve tomatoes. If you receive one whole tomato instead, not to worry; simply core tomato, cut into 1/2" dice, and proceed with recipe instructions.Coarsely crush walnuts. -
2 Cook the Vegetables
Place a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.
Add yellow squash, tomatoes, 1/2 tsp. salt, and a pinch of pepper to hot pan. Stir occasionally until vegetables are tender, 4-5 minutes. -
3 Add the Kale and Sauce
Add 1 tsp. olive oil and kale in batches (don't overflow pan) to hot pan. Stir occasionally until combined and kale is wilted, 2-3 minutes.
Add cream base, pesto, cream cheese, garlic salt, 1/4 tsp. salt, and a pinch of pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.Once simmering, stir occasionally until slightly thickened, 2-3 minutes.If too thick, add water, 1 tsp. at a time, until desired consistency is reached. -
4 Add Pasta and Finish Dish
Add pasta to hot pan. Stir often until heated through, 1-2 minutes.
Remove from burner.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping pasta with feta and walnuts. Bon appétit!
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