Instructions: Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain; set aside.

Bring water to a boil in large saucepan over high heat. Add spinach; cook, covered, 3 minutes or until spinach leaves start to wilt. Remove from heat. Stir in 5 tablespoons raisins, oil, vinegar, salt, pepper and garlic.

Place in food processor or blender; process until smooth. Add remaining raisins and pasta. Sprinkle with pine nuts.

This recipe yields 6 (2-cup) servings.

Comments: With the distinctive flavors of spinach, raisins, pine nuts and a touch of olive oil, you will feel as though youve journeyed to the Catalan region of Spain. This delicious dish typical of this region provides you with iron-rich raisins which enhance the bodys absorption of the Vitamin C provided by the spinach.

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