Tuesday, October 23, 2018

RECIPE: Linguini with Zucchini, Thyme and Parmesan


Fresh zucchini is sautéed with thyme and pepper and finished off with freshly grated Parmesan. An amazing combination that is fresh and tasty.

Ingredients for one Person
4 oz. pasta
1 zucchini, quartered pieces
5-6 fresh thyme sprigs
1/2 tbsp. butter
1 tbsp. olive oil
1/8 tsp. freshly cracked pepper
Pinch of salt

Kitchen equipment needed:
Pot for cooking pasta
Skillet

Wine pairing suggestion:
The Zucchini pairs well with a Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre or other dry white wine.

Preparation
Bring a pot of salted water to boil.
First cut the ends off the zucchini, then cut the zucchini in half. Next, cut it in half lengthwise, and then again to make quarters. Finally, chop the quarters into 1/4-inch pieces. Repeat with the other half of the zucchini.
Take the thyme leaves off the sprigs.
Cooking Instructions
When the water has boiled add the pasta and cook for 9 minutes.
When the pasta has been cooking for 5 minutes, heat the butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the zucchini and thyme and sauté for 3-4 minutes. When the pasta is done add about 1/2 a cup of the pasta water and the pasta to the skillet. Turn the heat to high and let simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until almost all the pasta water has evaporated.
Transfer to a bowl and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Serve and enjoy!

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