Yellow Squash Penne in Buttery Parmesan Sauce

By traciesparks

Ingredients

• 3/4 cups Dried Penne Pasta
• 3 teaspoons Butter, Divided
• 1 whole Small Yellow Squash (or Zucchini), Shredded
• 2 teaspoons Grated Parmesan Cheese
• Salt
• Cracked Black Pepper

Preparation

Step 1

1. Boil pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta water, drain, and set aside.

2. Meanwhile, heat 1 teaspoon of butter over medium heat in a pan. Add squash and saute until tender, 3-4 minutes. Then add the cooked pasta, remaining 2 teaspoons butter, and parmesan to the pan. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until cheese and butter melt. Add pasta water (1 tablespoon at a time) if pasta seems too dry.

3. Scoop into a serving bowl and top with more pepper and parmesan, if desired.