Recipe: Zucchini Garlic Pasta (with onion and bacon)

ZUCCHINI GARLIC PASTA

1 (16 ounce) package wagon wheel pasta (or other shape pasta)
1/2 pound sliced bacon, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 medium zucchini (about 1 1/2 pounds), halved and sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup grated Romano or Parmesan cheese

Cook pasta according to package directions.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside to drain; discard all but 2 tablespoons of fat drippings.

Saute onion and garlic in drippings until tender, about 3 minutes.

Add the zucchini and salt; cook until tender, about 6 minutes.

Drain pasts and add to the zucchini mixture. Add lemon juice and bacon; toss. Transfer to a serving bowl or platter, sprinkle with cheese.

Makes 6 servings
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