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| spaghetti con le zucchine spaghetti with zucchini ingredients: 1 pound spaghetti 4 medium zucchini 1 large onion 2 garlic cloves 1 dozen mint leaves 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil sea salt grated pecorino romano |
| Method Slice the zucchini into 1/4 inch round slices, dice the onion and slice the garlic cloves in half. Fry the zucchini in a large pan over medium-high heat with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. When the zucchini is golden brown on both sides, remove from the pan and set aside on paper towels. In the same pan, add the remaining olive oil and fry the onions and garlic until lightly golden and translucent, then add the fried zucchini and salt to taste. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and add the spaghetti. When the pasta is al dente, strain and place in a large bowl, add the zucchini, mint leaves, crushed red pepper, and stir until well combined. Add the grated cheese and serve. |
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