Recipe Name zucchini pasta Submitted by callmarty
Recipe Description A good way to use zucchini
Quantity 0 Quantity Unit
Prep Time (minutes) 10 Cook Time (minutes) 15 Ready In (minutes) 25
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Ingredients
Amount Measure Ingredient
16
ouncesrotini
1
cuplight cream cheese
8
ouncesCheese, parmesan, grated
3
mediumzucchini, grated
3
clovesgarlic minced
2
tablespoonsExtra Virgin Olive Oil (First cold press)
1
teaspoonsalt, to taste
0.5
teaspoonsblack pepper, or to taste
Steps
Sequence Step
1Bring large pot of water to a boil and prepare pasta as per package directions, or until al dente. Drain, save 1 cup of pasta water and set aside.
2Heat oil in skillet. Saute garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 min. Add zucchini to garlic and cook another two minutes, stirring frequently.
3Reduce heat to medium and add cream cheese. Cook until smooth and creamy. Salt and pepper, then add in rotini. Stir making sure all noodles are covered in sauce.
4Stir in 1/2 of the cup of reserved pasta water. (Add more of the pasta water as needed until desired consistency is reached.)
5Stir in parmesan cheese and serve immediately.