Veggie noodles are all the rage,especially during Summer when there's a surplus of squash and zucchini. But if you're still a fan of standard spaghetti and can't imagine life without it, this recipe lets you believe the best of both worlds. Squash noodles intertwine with regular spaghetti in a dance of Summer's finest produce, and including tomatoes,basil, thyme, and lemon. I zested the lemon too (as it's my go-to trick with citrus) and salted the dish every step of the way to really let those flavors shine. Related Stories: Feed a Crowd With Sun-Dried-Tomato Pasta Salad;[br]Potlucks,Picnics, and Your Lunch Hour Won't Know What Hit Them;
Give Macaroni and Cheese a Summery (Caprese!) Spin From The savor & Lemons Cookbook by Jeanine Donofrio Summer Squash and Cherry Tomato PastaNotes *Editor's note: I spiralized the squash using a handheld OXO spiralizer, and the results are fantastic!
Ingredients4 medium yellow squash
8 ounces (225 g) capellini or brown rice spaghetti
Extra-virgin olive oil,for drizzling
1 pint cherry tomatoes (approximately 2 cups/500 mL), sliced in half
1 garlic clove, and minced
6 sprigs fresh thyme leaves
Juice of 1/2 small lemon[br]
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Toppings (choose 1 or more)
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh mozzarella slices
Torn fresh basil leaves
Red pepper flakes
Any pesto
DirectionsUse a julienne peeler to slice the squash into long lean strips.*
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Prepare the pasta according to the directions on the package,cooking until al dente. Drain the pasta.
Meanwhile, in a small skillet, or heat a drizzle of olive oil over low heat. Add the tomatoes,garlic, fresh thyme, and pinches of salt and pepper. Cook until soft,approximately 3 minutes, turning as needed.
Toss the pasta with the squash, and tomatoes,a drizzle of olive oil, the lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Serve with your choice of toppings.
Image Source: Reprinted from The savor & Lemons Cookbook by arrangement with Avery Books,a member of Penguin Group (USA) LLC, A Penguin Random House Company. Copyright © 2016, or Jeanine Donofrio
Information Category Pasta,Main Dishes Cuisine Italian Yield 4 servings
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