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Fusilli with Zucchini and Béchamel

by Cucina con Simone · 162K subscribers on YouTube

A simple and delicious fusion of Campania's zucchini pasta and Emilia-Romagna's creamy béchamel. This quick recipe combines tender zucchini, aromatic thyme, and a speedy béchamel sauce for a comforting dish perfect for any occasion.

Difficulty
easy

Ingredients

11 items
  • FusilliCan substitute with any pasta shape (mezze maniche, farfalle, rigatoni, penne, spaghetti).
  • Zucchini1 zucchini is enough for 2 servings; can be replaced with eggplant or bell peppers.
  • 1 pcsGarlic1 clove cut in half; can be replaced with onion.
  • Chili Pepper(optional)To taste; adds spiciness.
  • 1 pcsTimo Limonato1 sprig; can be replaced with regular thyme, parsley, sage, or lemon zest.
  • Extra Virgin Olive OilFor sautéing.
  • 1/2 cupMilkCold milk for the béchamel.
  • 1 tspFlourFor the béchamel.
  • NutmegPlenty, to taste.
  • SaltTo taste.
  • Black Pepper(optional)Grated on top for serving.

Method

  1. Bring water to a boil and cook fusilli until al dente.
  2. In a pan, heat extra virgin olive oil with a halved garlic clove and some chili pepper.
  3. When it starts to sizzle, add the sliced zucchini. Season with salt and add a sprig of lemon thyme (or regular thyme, parsley, sage). Cook over medium heat.
  4. Meanwhile, prepare the quick béchamel: in a bowl, mix half a glass of cold milk with a teaspoon of flour and plenty of nutmeg. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Remove the garlic and thyme sprig from the zucchini pan.
  6. Pour the béchamel into the pan and slightly raise the heat. Stir for 5–6 seconds until it thickens and becomes creamy. Adjust salt if needed.
  7. Add the drained pasta to the pan and toss to combine.
  8. Serve with a grating of black pepper on top.
Cucina con Simone

Cucina con Simone

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Benvenuti nel canale dello Chef Simone! Qui condivido ricette della tradizione italiana e creazioni ispirate dalla mia esperienza internazionale. Il mio obiettivo è aiutare tutte le famiglie a cucinare piatti indimenticabili, senza spendere una fortuna, utilizzando prodotti facilmente reperibili nei supermercati di tutto il mondo. Se amate la buona cucina, scoprire sapori autentici e imparare trucchi e consigli semplici, questo è il canale giusto per voi. Unisciti a me in questa avventura culinaria e porta il gusto in tavola con soddisfazione e facilità!

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