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Linguine alla Nerano

Take your taste buds on a trip and elevate your pasta night with this delicious Linguine alla Nerano! This Italian dish is all about simple ingredients coming together in a delicious way. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing your dinner guests, this recipe brings a little taste of Italy to your table!

Ingredients

  • 1/2 (16-ounce) package Finest Reserve™ by Our Family® Linguine
  • 1/4 cup Our Family® 100% Pure Olive Oil
  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced 1/4-inch thick crosswise
  • 1/2 tsp Our Family® Coarse Kosher Sea Salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground Finest Reserve™ Black Pepper Spice Grinder plus additional for garnish (optional)
  • 3 tsp Our Family Minced Garlic in water
  • 1 cup grated aged provolone cheese
  • 1/2 cup packed torn fresh basil plus additional for garnish (optional)

 

Approximate nutritional values per serving (1 1/4 cups): 413 Calories, 20g Fat, 5g Saturated Fat, 19mg Cholesterol, 463mg Sodium, 45g Carbohydrates, 3g Fiber, 4g Sugars, 0g Added Sugars, 12g Protein

Directions

  1. Prepare linguine as label directs for al dente linguine; reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, drain, return to saucepot and cover to keep warm.
  2. In 2 batches, in large skillet, heat 1 1/2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Add half the zucchini, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper; cook 4 minutes or until lightly browned, turning once. Transfer zucchini to paper towel-lined plate; reduce heat to medium-low.
  3. In same skillet, cook garlic and remaining 1 tablespoon oil 1 minute or until fragrant, stirring frequently. Add linguine, reserved cooking water and zucchini; cook 2 minutes or until heated through, tossing frequently. Remove from heat; add 1/2 cup cheese and toss until melted. Add remaining 1/2 cup cheese and basil; toss. Makes about 5 cups.
  4. Serve linguine mixture garnished with basil and pepper, if desired.

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