zucchini "pasta" with basil cream sauce

Name: Zucchini "Pasta" with Basil Cream Sauce
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 cup(s) chicken broth or stock; 2 clove(s) garlic, minced; 1 pinch(es) cayenne pepper; 1 small carrot, cut into julliane strips; 4 large zucchini, cut into 1/8 x 5-inch strips; 1 tablespoon(s) fresh basil, it has to be fresh!!!; 1/4 cup(s) parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup(s) mozzarella cheese; 1/4 cup(s) half and half; - salt and pepper to taste

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Rhianna JT

Middle of Nowhwere, CA

Updated on Sep 6, 2012

So easy and quick, use it as a side dish or main dish.

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prep time 20 Min

cook time 15 Min

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yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

1 cup chicken broth or stock
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 small carrot, cut into julliane strips
4 large zucchini, cut into 1/8 x 5-inch strips
1 tablespoon fresh basil, it has to be fresh!!!
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1/4 cup mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup half and half
- salt and pepper to taste

How To Make zucchini "pasta" with basil cream sauce

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat stock, garlic and cayenne pepper to boiling high heat.

Step 2

Add zucchini, cover, and cook until tender 1-2 minutes.
Step 3

*At the last 30 seconds of cooking the zucchini add carrots if you like them a little tender.*.
Step 4

Drain off liquid.
Step 5

Add remaining ingredients to pan and toss until cheese melts.
Step 6

Serve immediately.
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