Description
Pasta alla Nerano is a creamy Italian classic that perfectly blends sautéed zucchini with al dente pasta and rich Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. This simple yet elegant dish captures the essence of Mediterranean cooking, making it an ideal choice for both casual dinners and special gatherings. With its delightful flavors and beautiful presentation, Pasta alla Nerano is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 2 medium zucchinis (sliced into thin rounds)
- 1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh basil (chopped)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini and sauté until golden and tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
- Combine the drained pasta with sautéed zucchini in the skillet. Gradually stir in grated cheese and reserved pasta water until creamy.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil and additional cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 20mg