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Penne With Zucchini and Basil Recipe

Penne With Zucchini and Basil Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

3 -4 small-medium zucchini (about 14 oz)
salt
5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 onion, peeled and cut into fine half -rings
1/4 cup vegetable stock
30 fresh basil leaves , torn in pieces
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, coarsely chopped (or torn)
1 lb penne
fresh ground pepper
4 -6 tbsp freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese

Directions:

Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise, then cut them crosswise in 1/4 inch thick slices.
Place zucchini slices in a bowl; add 1 teaspoon salt; toss and set aside for 30 minutes.
Drain thoroughly and pat dry.
Add oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Add in the onion and stir/saute for 5 minutes (don't let onion get brown).
Add in the zucchini and stir/saute for another 5 minutes or until soft.
Adjust seasoning with salt to taste.
Add in stock; stir once or twice, then turn off the heat.
Add in basil and mint leaves; toss to combine (leave in a warm spot).
In a big pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil.
Add 1 1/2 tablespoons salt.
Add in the penne and stir.
Boil pasta until al dente; drain in a collander.
Transfer the hot pasta to a large serving bowl; add the zucchini mixture, pepper, and cheese; toss to mix and serve immediately.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	380.96 Kcal (1595 kJ)
Calories from fat	210.98 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	23.44g	36%
Cholesterol	0.74mg	0%
Sodium	2341.73mg	98%
Potassium	637.46mg	14%
Total Carbs	28.08g	9%
Sugars	2.33g	9%
Dietary Fiber	8.59g	34%
Protein	8.01g	16%
Vitamin C	43.4mg	72%
Vitamin A	1.5mg	49%
Iron	178.6mg	992%
Calcium	98.1mg	10%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	127.32 Kcal (533 kJ)
Calories from fat	70.51 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	7.83g	36%
Cholesterol	0.25mg	0%
Sodium	782.63mg	98%
Potassium	213.05mg	14%
Total Carbs	9.39g	9%
Sugars	0.78g	9%
Dietary Fiber	2.87g	34%
Protein	2.68g	16%
Vitamin C	14.5mg	72%
Vitamin A	0.5mg	49%
Iron	59.7mg	992%
Calcium	32.8mg	10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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