Creamy Pasta With Zucchini Recipe

Name: Creamy Pasta With Zucchini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound linguine pasta; Alfredo Sauce:; 1 cup 1% milk; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1/4 cup butter; 1 clove garlic, minced; salt and ground black pepper to taste; 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 2 pounds zucchini, shredded and drained; 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, or to taste (optional)

Servings: persons

1 pound linguine pasta
Alfredo Sauce:
1 cup 1% milk
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 cup butter
1 clove garlic, minced
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 pounds zucchini, shredded and drained
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, or to taste (optional)

1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain.
2
Whisk milk and cornstarch together in a bowl until smooth.
3
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook and stir minced garlic in hot butter until fragrant, 30 to 60 seconds. Whisk in milk mixture; season with salt and pepper. Bring mixture to a simmer, add Parmesan cheese, and whisk until cheese is completely melted and sauce is smooth. Stir in parsley and remove from heat.
4
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute sliced garlic in hot oil until fragrant, 30 to 60 seconds. Increase heat to high and stir zucchini, pinch of salt, and pinch of black pepper into skillet; cook and stir until zucchini is tender, about 5 minutes.
5
Stir sauce and Cheddar cheese into zucchini mixture; cook and stir until heated through, about 5 minutes more. Toss zucchini sauce and linguine together in a large bowl and garnish with basil.

961

kcal

Calories

Fat

100

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound linguine pasta, Alfredo Sauce:, 1 cup 1% milk, 2 teaspoons cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Creamy Pasta With 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.

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Creamy Pasta With Zucchini

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