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Spaghetti Alla Nerano

Spaghetti Alla Nerano

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Spaghetti Alla Nerano is a delightful Italian dish that harmoniously combines creamy pasta with crispy fried zucchini and rich parmesan cheese. This recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes, but also offers a gourmet touch that makes it perfect for both casual family meals and elegant dinner parties. With fresh ingredients like zucchini and basil, this dish bursts with flavor while maintaining simplicity. Impress your guests or treat yourself to a comforting bowl of Spaghetti Alla Nerano, where every bite promises satisfaction.

Ingredients

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  • ½ quart sunflower oil (or vegetable oil)
  • 6 medium zucchini (thinly sliced)
  • 1 cup chopped fresh basil
  • Kosher salt (to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 2 cups grated parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat the sunflower oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until boiling.
  2. Fry the zucchini slices until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  3. In a bowl, mix the fried zucchini with chopped basil and kosher salt; drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.
  4. Cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente; reserve 2 cups of cooking liquid before draining.
  5. In a skillet over medium-low heat, combine cooked spaghetti with the zucchini mixture, adding reserved pasta water gradually until creamy.
  6. Toss in grated parmesan cheese until well-coated; adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Serve hot, drizzled with extra olive oil and garnished with fresh parsley.

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