Spaghetti alla Nerano

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Grana padano is a less expensive cheese that still provides a similar flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve some pasta water.

Slice zucchini into thin rounds.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add zucchini to the skillet; cook until tender and lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Season zucchini with salt, black pepper, and chili flakes to taste.

Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet with zucchini; toss to combine.

Pour in a splash of reserved pasta water to create a sauce; stir well.

Add butter and grated parmesan cheese; mix until creamy and well combined.

Add lemon juice and fresh basil; toss to combine.

Serve immediately, garnished with additional parmesan and basil.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens