Fusilli with zucchini and cheese
Description
Pasta is a common dish in many countries. It's important to cook it properly. If you overcook the pasta, it will taste unpleasant. That's why it's cooked al dente, so that it remains slightly firm inside. Season the dish with fresh mint to give it a piquant and unusual flavor and aroma. To find out,
Instructions
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Step 1
In a saucepan, bring water to a boil, add a little salt, and add the pasta. Cook until al dente, then drain in a colander to remove excess liquid.
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Step 2
Cut the ham (or speck) into thin pieces. You can use any other type of meat (smoked or not).
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Step 3
Pour olive oil into a frying pan. Place it on the stove and heat. Add the bacon pieces to the pan and fry until golden, stirring constantly.
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Step 4
Remove the dried tomatoes from the jar and cut them into small pieces using a sharp knife.
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Step 5
Remove the skillet used for frying the bacon from the stove and immediately add the sun-dried tomatoes to it. Mix the ingredients.
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Step 6
Cut the goat cheese into small cubes. If you don't like the smell of goat cheese, you can use sheep cheese or any other type to your taste.
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Step 7
Wash and dry a small bunch of mint. Chop the leaves into small pieces.
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Step 8
Wash and dry the young zucchini. Without peeling, cut it into cubes and add to the tomatoes and bacon.
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Step 9
Blanch fresh or frozen green peas in boiling water, then drain in a colander and rinse with cold water to retain their bright green color. Add to the other ingredients in the pan and gently heat.
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Step 10
Add all the ingredients from the pot to the saucepan or pot with the pasta. Add a little water and heat everything on the stove over low heat.
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Step 11
Add chopped mint to the prepared pasta, mix thoroughly. Divide the dish onto plates, add cheese cubes, and drizzle with the remaining olive oil.