posted by shugga 05-02-102 2:21 PM 
 
from a cookbook called "What's Cooking America" 
 Feta Pasta Primavera 
1 (9 oz.) pack. refrigerated cheese tortellini 
1 cup hot water 
2 cups broccoli florets 
1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered 
1 cup thinly sliced carrots 
1 cup crumbled feta cheese with peppercorns 
1 cup Italian dressing 
1/4 cup sliced scallions 
Prepare tortellini according to package directions, drain and place in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. 
Place water in a large saucepan with a steamer rack, over medium high heat, bring to a boil. Add florets to rack, cover and steam 2-3 minutes or til bright green, but still undercooked. Remove from heat and cool. 
Remove tortellini from refrigerator and place in a large bowl. Combine tortellini, broccoli, tomatoes, carrots, feta, dressing and scallions, stir gently til blended. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Serves 6