Total Time:  40 minutes Servings: 4

Zucchini is a juicy vegetable, but when you shred and saute it until the moisture cooks down, it becomes a buttery, soft sauce. A little cream and a handful of fresh basil make this dish special enough for company.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces spaghetti
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 small onion, slivered
• 2 medium zucchinis, shredded
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup cream
• 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
• Shredded parmesan cheese, to taste

Preparation

1. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions and drain.
2. While the spaghetti is cooking, in a large saute pan, melt the butter over medium heat and add the onion. Saute for 5 minutes, then add the shredded zucchini and stir, turning and stirring until melted and thick, about 8 minutes.
3. Add the garlic, lemon zest, salt and pepper and stir until the zucchini is golden in spots, about 5 minutes. Stir in the cream and bring to a boil, stirring until thickened, about 4 minutes. Add grape tomatoes, stirring until heated through, then toss with hot spaghetti. Serve sprinkled with basil and pass parmesan at the table.

Serving Suggestion

Serve this creamy pasta with your favorite protein.

Nutritional Information

410 calories, 19 g. fat, 55 mg. cholesterol, 400 mg. sodium, 48 g. carbohydrate, 3 g. fiber, 11 g. protein

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