Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
90 g

butter

3 unit

zucchini

grated

250 g

cream cheese

0.33 cup

parmesan cheese

grated

0.33 cup

milk

1 clove

garlic

crushed

0.5 cup

mint sprigs

250 g

pasta

Step 1
~2 min

Heat butter in a pan over medium heat.

Step 2
~2 min

Add grated zucchini to the pan and stir for 2 minutes, or until just softened.

Step 3
~2 min

In a blender or food processor, combine cream cheese, parmesan cheese, milk, garlic, and mint sprigs.

Step 4
~2 min

Blend until smooth.

Step 5
~2 min

Add the cheese mixture to the zucchini in the pan.

Step 6
~2 min

Stir gently until heated through.

Step 7
~2 min

Cook pasta in a large saucepan of boiling water until just tender.

Step 8
~2 min

Drain the pasta.

Step 9
~2 min

Return the drained pasta to the saucepan.

Step 10
~2 min

Gently stir in the zucchini mixture to coat the pasta.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra brightness.

Garnish with fresh mint leaves.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (garlic and mint)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Top with toasted pine nuts.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Crusty bread
Side salad with vinaigrette

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Simple Italian comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Lunch

Popularity Score

65/100

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