Penne With Sauteed Zucchini and Parmesan |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Penne with sautéed zucchini and parmesan is a wonderful and satisfying pasta recipe but feel free to add in other fresh vegetables you have on hand. Ingredients:
2 cups uncooked whole wheat penne pasta |
3 tablespoons olive oil |
1 garlic clove, minced |
1 medium zucchini, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon black pepper |
1/4 cup shaved fresh parmesan cheese, divided |
3 tablespoons chopped bottled roasted red bell pepper |
Directions:
1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add penne, and cook 7-9 minutes or until al dente. Drain penne, reserving 2 tablespoons of the pasta water.
2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, and cook about 1 minute or until fragrant. Add the zucchini, and sauté over medium heat another 3 minutes or until the zucchini is tender. Then season with salt and black pepper to taste.
3. Add penne and reserved pasta water to the zucchini in the skillet; toss to combine.
4. Remove from heat and transfer to large serving bowl. Add 2 tablespoons Parmesan and toss gently to combine all ingredients. Serve garnished with the roasted red bell peppers and the remaining 2 tablespoons shaved Parmesan.
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