Description
This One-Pot Pasta with Zucchini recipe is a quick and easy dish that combines flavorful zucchini, savory seasonings, and creamy Parmesan cheese for a satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Pasta:
- Rigatoni noodles
Veggies:
- Fresh zucchini, yellow or white onions
Garlic:
- Whole fresh cloves or pre-minced
Seasonings:
- Dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, pepper, crushed red pepper
Broth:
- Chicken or vegetable broth
Heavy Cream:
Parmesan Cheese:
Instructions
- Boil: Add pasta, zucchini, onion, herbs, seasonings, and broth to a large pot. Bring to a boil.
- Simmer: Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until pasta is al dente and zucchini is tender.
- Stir in Remaining Ingredients: Remove from heat, stir in heavy cream and Parmesan until creamy.
- Serve: Let stand to thicken, then serve with extra cheese and seasonings.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider topping with fresh basil or parsley.
- This dish pairs well with a crisp green salad and a glass of white wine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
