Penne with Zucchini and Ricotta
(from Lucianolinda’s recipe box)
Source: Arkansas Democrat Gazette- Susan Nicholson
Serves 6 peopleCategories: Pasta- Pasta Sauce- Pizza- Flatbread
Ingredients
- 4 tsp. olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 lb. zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced thin
- 3/4 tsp. coarse salt
- 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
- 8 oz. multigrain penne pasta
- 1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp. dried marjoram
Directions
- In a large skillet, heat oil and garlic on medium for 2 minutes or until garlic is golden. Add zucchini, salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat 8 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water. Add penne and reserved cooking water to skillet. Add ricotta and parmesan cheeses and marjoram. Toss ingredients in skillet for 3 minutes over medium heat, or until sauce thickens, and serve.