Squash and Pancetta Pasta

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Squash and Pancetta Pasta

Use baby squash and smoky Italian bacon for a sophisticated take on pasta salad. Serve as a side dish or light main dish.

Ingredients
  • 1 1- lb box pasta, such as campanelle, casarecce or cavatappi
  • 6 oz (1 cup) pancetta cut into 1/4-inch cubes, or 6 to 8 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1-3/4 lbs (5 cups) baby zucchini and pattypan squash cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
  • 1 Tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 3/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Directions
  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse; transfer to a large serving bowl.
  • In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook pancetta until fat is rendered and pancetta is crisp, about 8 to 10 min. Remove pancetta, reserving fat in pan.
  • Add zucchini and squash to pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown in parts and cooked through, 5 to 6 min.
  • Toss pasta with vegetables, pancetta, parsley, lemon zest and juice. Season with salt and pepper. Makes 12 to 14 servings.
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