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Lemon Basil Zucchini Pasta Alfredo
A creamy bowl of lighter pasta Alfredo that comes together in under an hour and is great for warm summer nights!
👥 6 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 45 min⏳ Prep: 20 min🔥 Cook: 25 min👤 Tieghan Gerard📖 halfbakedharvest
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- ●skillet
- ●pot
📝 Preparation Steps
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1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Remove 1/2 cup pasta cooking water. Drain.2. Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the lemon slices. Sear until the lemon is caramelized, about ⏱️ 1 minute per side. Remove the lemon from the skillet. Finely chop the lemon slices and mix with the basil.3. To the same skillet, add 4 tablespoons butter and the onion. Cook until caramelized, ⏱️ 8-10 minutes. Stir in the garlic, zucchini, thyme, and season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Cook another ⏱️ 5 minutes until golden. 4. Add 1/2 cup pasta cooking water and the cream, stirring until smooth. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook for ⏱️ 5 minutes, until slightly thickened. Stir in the parmesan, then toss in the pasta. Cook for ⏱️ 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. 5. Serve topped with the reserved lemon/basil mix. Twirl the pasta up with the sauce and zucchini. EAT and ENJOY!
lemon, sliced, seeds removed1garlic, chopped2 cloveschili flakes
Nutrition Facts
calories
659 kcal
serving Size
1 serving
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