Lemon, Garlic, Parmesan & Butter Pasta with Shaved Brussels, Zucchini & Bacon
This Lemon, Garlic, Parmesan & Butter Pasta with Shaved Brussels, Zucchini, and Bacon is a flavorful, comforting dish that combines zesty lemon, savory garlic, and creamy Parmesan, all tied together with crispy bacon and fresh veggies for the perfect balance of indulgence and freshness.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups diced zucchini
- 1.5 cups shaved brussels sprouts
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- Seasonings: Garlic powder pepper, onion salt
- 2 servings of angel hair pasta
- 4-6 pieces of bacon
- 2 tbsp butter
- Juice from 1.5 lemons
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 garlic clove or 1/2 tbsp garlic paste
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese or a little less so you can save some to top with
Instructions
- Cook zucchini and brussels sprouts in 1/2 tbsp olive oil, garlic powder, pepper and onion salt for about 7-8 minutes or until your veggies are cooked to your liking!
- In a pot, cook 2 servings of angel hair pasta, according to the package. Make sure to shave 1/3 cup pasta water for your sauce!!! This is very important!
- Fry up some bacon to your perfect level of crispiness. I like my bacon EXTRA crispy.
- In a frying pan, add butter, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Then add pasta and the pasta water and parmesan cheese.
- Mix it all together. Then add bacon crumbles and the sautéed veggies. Top with some more pepper and parmesan cheese!
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