Summer Herb Spaghetti With Crumbled Bacon Food

SUMMER SPAGHETTI WITH TOMATOES AND BRIE

Steps:

• Cook the spaghetti in boiling salted water for 10-12 minutes until tender or according to packet instructions.
• Meanwhile, cut the zucchini in half lengthways, then cut into slices. Heat the oil in a large frying pan, then fry the zucchini and garlic for 3-4 minutes until softened.
• Add the lemon zest, tomatoes and about 3 tbsp of the pasta water (enough to make the sauce).
• Cook for 2-3 minutes more until the tomatoes begin to soften.
• Remove from the heat and stir in the brie so it just starts to melt, then season to taste with salt, pepper and lemon juice.
• Drain the spaghetti well and add to the tomato sauce mixture.
• Toss well together, divide between bowls and serve.

SUMMER PASTA WITH CORN, TOMATOES, AND BASIL

Steps:

• Strip the kernels from the ears of corn and toss with the tomatoes in a large bowl.
• Add in the garlic, salt and pepper, olive oil, and basil; taste and add balsamic vinegar, if desired.
• Let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes or longer.
• Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil.
• Add in 1 tablespoon salt; gradually add the pasta; stir to make sure the pasta doesn't stick to the bottom of the pan.
• Cook until al dente, firm to the bite, and drain.
• Toss the pasta with the tomato/corn mixture; serve.

SUMMER PASTA WITH HERBS AND VEGGIES

Steps:

• Cook pasta in salted boiling water until tender but as firm as you like; drain and keep hot.
• Meanwhile, in large skillet over medium heat, heat oil.
• Add zucchini and garlic; cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
• Add tomatoes and wine, cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes or until sauce thickens.
• Stir in herbs; simmer for 5 minutes.
• Season with salt and pepper.
• Toss sauce with hot pasta.
• Serve immediately, with Parmesan cheese for sprinkling on top.

PASTA WITH MARINATED TOMATOES AND SUMMER HERBS

Steps:

• Up to 4 hours before serving, put tomatoes in a large bowl and sprinkle all over with salt. Set aside for 30 minutes, then drain off liquid.
• Add tuna and its oil, olives or capers, if using. Add herbs and zest. Add olive oil, salt and pepper to taste and stir gently, flaking tuna into pieces. Cover and set aside at least 1 hour or up to 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
• Cook pasta in plenty of boiling salted water. Drain very well. Combine tomatoes and pasta well, then taste and add more oil, salt and pepper to taste. Add red pepper flakes if desired. Sprinkle with pine nuts, if using, and chopped herbs. Serve immediately.

SUMMER SPAGHETTI

Steps:

• Combine all the veggies and beans in a big bowl. Adds the herbs, garlic, some salt and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil.

LEMON-LIME SLUSH

Steps:

• Using a blender, mix the boiling water, sugar, lemon peel and lime peel until the sugar is dissolved, about 15 seconds.
• Add the lemon juice, lime juice and ice cubes and blend on high speed until slushy, about 15 seconds.
• Serve with the lemon and lime slices.