PASTA with ZUCCHINI cream and HAM, a perfect first course for lunch or dinner, great for summer with simple and tasty ingredients.
I had to prepare a quick first course for two people and in the fridge, I had one zucchini, some cooked ham, and cooking cream, so: pasta with zucchini, cream, and ham! Everything cooked in a pan, super fast and creamy, perfect for a last-minute meal with taste.
Fried zucchini give that extra touch, golden and tasty, and with the cooking cream a delicious creamy sauce is created that envelops the pasta. The cubed cooked ham then completes the dish.
A simple recipe, ready in less than 20 minutes, perfect if you have little time and want a complete and tasty first course. You can use any format: penne, rigatoni, fusilli, or spaghetti!
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 2 People
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring, Summer, and Fall
Ingredients
- 6 oz pasta (penne)
- 2 zucchini
- 3.5 oz cooked ham
- 0.5 cup cooking cream
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Steps
Wash and cut the zucchini into thin slices. Fry them in plenty of hot oil until golden and crispy. Drain on absorbent paper and lightly salt them.
Cook the pasta in salted water, drain it al dente reserving a ladle of cooking water.
Add the ham, a bit of pasta cooking water, and cook for a couple of minutes.
Drain the pasta al dente and add it to the sauce, add a bit of salt, mix well and serve with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Bon appétit
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PASTA with ZUCCHINI cream and HAM
Can I use grilled zucchini instead of fried ones?
Yes, grilled zucchini make the dish lighter, although the version with fried zucchini is tastier.
Should the cream be added cold or during cooking?
Add it to the pan over low heat, after browning the ham and zucchini, to bind all the ingredients well.
What type of pasta goes best with zucchini, cream, and ham?
Penne, farfalle, or fusilli are ideal, but you can also use spaghetti or linguine if you prefer.
Can I replace the cream with a lighter alternative?
Sure, you can use plant-based cream, Greek yogurt, or even just a bit of milk with a teaspoon of flour to thicken.
Is it possible to prepare pasta with zucchini, cream, and ham in advance?
It’s best enjoyed freshly made, but you can store it in the fridge for 1 day and reheat it in a pan with a splash of milk or cream.
