Angel Hair With Saffron & Fennel Zucchini Recipe

Name: Angel Hair With Saffron & Fennel Zucchini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise,seeds removed,and sliced into 1/4 inch crescents; 5 tablespoons olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; ½ teaspoon fennel seed; ¼ teaspoon powdered saffron; 3 medium ripe tomatoes, seeded and chopped; salt and black pepper; 1 lb angel hair pasta (capellini); oregano; parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

4 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise,seeds removed,and sliced into 1/4 inch crescents
5 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon fennel seed
¼ teaspoon powdered saffron
3 medium ripe tomatoes, seeded and chopped
salt and black pepper
1 lb angel hair pasta (capellini)
oregano
parmesan cheese

1
In a large skillet, saute garlic in olive oil for 2 minutes; add saffron and fennel seeds and saute for 1 minute more.
2
Add zucchini slices and stir to coat thoroughly; cook on medium-low heat for 10 minutes.
3
Add tomatoes, stir together and cook for another 5 minutes, breaking up the tomatoes slightly.
4
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5
In the meantime, cook angel hair according to package directions: it should only take about 2 minutes.
6
I like to add a little saffron to the pasta water for color and a little extra flavor, but just a pinch.
7
Drain pasta and add to zucchini mixture in the skillet; stir together briefly and serve with a few snips of oregano and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise,seeds removed,and sliced into 1/4 inch crescents, 5 tablespoons olive oil, 3 cloves garlic, minced, ½ teaspoon fennel seed, and more.

Yes, Angel Hair With Saffron & Fennel Zucchini falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Angel Hair With Saffron & Fennel Zucchini

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