PICI WITH SUMMER SQUASHES AND TARRAGON

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Tarragon brings out the natural sweetness of squash. A creamy ouzo-infused sauce adds a licorice-laced coating to long, thin strands of pasta.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 onion, finely chopped
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 summer squashes, such as yellow and zucchini, sliced
3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup dry white wine
1/3 cup ouzo
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 pound pici or other long, thin pasta, such as bucatini or spaghetti, cooked until al dente (1 cup cooking water reserved)
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped fresh tarragon

Steps:

  • Cook onion in 2 tablespoons oil in a skillet over medium heat, stirring, until soft, about 5 minutes. Add remaining tablespoon oil, the squashes, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Add wine and ouzo. Bringto a simmer. Cook for 2 minutes. Add cream; toss to coat. Add pasta, reserved cooking water, and tarragon, and gently toss.

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