YELLOW SQUASH ZITI PASTA

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I had a ton of extra yellow squash from the garden this year and was looking for a good recipe in which to use it. However, there wasn't anything intriguing on the internet so I made up my own and the family loves it.

Provided by Sara Andrea

Categories     Pasta

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box ziti pasta (1 lb)
2 yellow squash
1/2 c shredded parmesan
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp chili pepper flakes
1/2 tsp mrs. dash (garlic and herb)
2 Tbsp olive oil

Steps:

  • 1. Cook pasta as specified on box. Drain. Put in large bowl.
  • 2. Slice squash and quarter slices. Heat cast iron skillet with 1 T olive oil. Put in squash. Add ½ t salt, ½ t pepper, ½ t chili pepper flakes, ½ t Mrs. Dash. Cook on medium high for about 4 minutes. Squash should have some charred parts, take off burner before pieces get soggy.
  • 3. Add squash to pasta in large bowl. Add 1 T olive oil, ½ t salt, ½ t pepper and parmesan. Mix to combine. Serve while hot. Goes well with a glass of white wine.

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