Creamy Zucchini Pasta

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Chop the shallots.
  2. 2Cut the zucchini into cubes.
  3. 3Add olive oil to a pan.
  4. 4Add chopped shallots to the pan.
  5. 5Add cubed zucchini to the pan and cook until nice and soft.
  6. 6Add minced garlic to the pan.
  7. 7Pour in heavy cream.
  8. 8Add basil to the pan.
  9. 9Season with salt and pepper.
  10. 10Add some pasta water to the sauce.
  11. 11Let the sauce simmer for a little bit.
  12. 12Pour the sauce into a blender.
  13. 13Blend the sauce until creamy.
  14. 14Pour the blended sauce back into the pan.
  15. 15Add lots of Parmesan cheese to the sauce.
  16. 16Add cooked pasta to the sauce.
  17. 17Toss the pasta and sauce together.
  18. 18Serve and garnish with Parmesan, salt, pepper, and fresh basil.

Ingredients

  • Shallots
  • Zucchini
  • Olive oil
  • Garlic
  • Heavy cream
  • Basil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Pasta water
  • Parmesan cheese
  • Pasta

Equipment

KnifeCutting boardPanWooden spoonBlenderTongs

Tips

  • Use smaller zucchini for a darker green color.
  • If the sauce needs thinning, add more pasta water.