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Creamy Zucchini Orecchiette
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Creamy Zucchini Orecchiette

This creamy zucchini orecchiette recipe is a safe bet for a perfectly tasty, light and quick lunch recipe.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1 zucchini or summer squash
  • 150 ml cooking cream
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 4 ervings of orecchiette or your favorite pasta

Instructions

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  1. Cut the zucchini into thin slices.
  2. Heat the oil in a frying pan and sauté the minced garlic for one minute (don't let it burn!)
  3. Add the butter, then the zucchini slices. Sauté the zucchini for a few minutes with salt and pepper.
  4. When the zucchini has softened, add the cream and cook for 4-5 minutes over medium heat.
  5. Transfer to the bowl of a blender, add grated Parmesan cheese and blend for a few seconds until smooth.
  6. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, then toss with the sauce.
  7. Serve with more grated parmesan!

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