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Spaghetti Alla Nerano

Spaghetti alla Nerano

Authentic Italian zucchini pasta from the Amalfi Coast made with fried zucchini and creamy cheese sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces spaghetti
  • 3 medium zucchini thinly sliced
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic optional
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan or Provolone cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup reserved pasta water

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry zucchini slices until golden. Remove half for garnish. Add garlic and basil to the pan. Add cooked spaghetti and gradually add pasta water while tossing. Stir in grated cheese slowly until the sauce becomes creamy. Season with salt and pepper. Top with reserved zucchini and extra cheese before serving.

Notes

Use fresh zucchini for best flavor. Fry zucchini until golden for deeper taste. Add pasta water gradually to achieve a creamy sauce.