Spinach Ravioli

Photo: flickr user samantha celera

Ingredients

1 small onion chopped

1 cup diced peeled seeded tomatoes

1 cup finely-chopped mushrooms

2 teaspoons minced garlic

pound spinach leaves blanched, chopped

cup nonfat cottage cheese

2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

50 eggless wonton or pot sticker skins

Preparation

In large nonstick saucepan over medium heat, combine onion with 1 tablespoon water. Cover and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add tomatoes, mushrooms and garlic. Cook, stirring often, until liquid from mushrooms completely evaporates and mixture is somewhat dry. Be careful not to burn. Set aside to cool.

In large bowl, combine tomato mixture, spinach, cottage cheese and basil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

On cutting board, lay out single layer of won ton skins. Using pastry brush, moisten edges with water. Place 1 heaping tablespoon filling in bottom third of skin, 1/4 inch from bottom edge. Fold top down so ends meet. Trim sides to measure 2 1/2 inches long. Press with fork to seal.

Bring large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Working in batches, add ravioli and cook until tender, about 3 minutes. Serve hot with your favorite sauce.

This recipe yields 8 servings.

Comments: If wonton or pot sticker skins are not available, sheets of fresh pasta are a good substitute.