Pasta And Summer Squash With Parsley, Shallots, Lemon, Capers, And Goat Cheese

Submitted by: admin on April 2, 2020

Serves 4 To 6

Ingredients

2 pounds zucchini and/or summer squash, halved lengthwise and sliced 1⁄2 inch thick
Kosher salt
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 large shallots, chopped fine
1⁄4 cup capers, rinsed and chopped
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest plus 2 tablespoons juice
1⁄2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound farfalle
12 ounces grape tomatoes, halved
1⁄4 cup chopped fresh parsley
4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled (1 cup)

Instructions

  1. Toss squash with 1 tablespoon salt, transfer to large colander set over bowl, and let stand 30 minutes. Spread squash evenly over double layer of paper towels. Pat squash dry with additional paper towels and wipe off residual salt.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet over high heat until just smoking. Add half of squash and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and slightly charred, 5 to 7 minutes, reducing heat if skillet begins to scorch. Transfer squash to large plate. Repeat with 1 tablespoon oil and remaining squash; transfer to plate.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in now-empty skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add shallots and cook until softened and lightly browned, 2 to 4 minutes. Stir in capers, lemon zest, pepper, and squash and cook until flavors meld, about 30 seconds.
  4. Meanwhile, bring 4 quarts water to boil in large pot. Add pasta and 2 tablespoons salt and cook, stirring often, until al dente. Reserve 1⁄2 cup cooking water, then drain pasta and return it to pot. Add squash mixture, lemon juice, tomatoes, parsley, and remaining 2 tablespoons oil to pasta and toss to combine. Add reserved cooking water as needed to adjust consistency. Serve immediately, passing goat cheese separately.

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