Zucchini Alfredo

Name: Zucchini Alfredo
Ingredients: 5 large zucchini; 1 tsp. salt; 2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 Tbsp. olive oil; 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese, cubed; 3/4 c. half and half cream; 1/2 c. shredded parmesan cheese; black pepper; nutmeg

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Ingredients

5 large zucchini
1 tsp. salt
2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbsp. olive oil
8 oz. pkg. cream cheese, cubed
3/4 c. half and half cream
1/2 c. shredded parmesan cheese
black pepper
nutmeg

Directions

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Cut zucchini into long thin strips about 1/4 inch wide. In a large colander, toss the zucchini with salt, allow to drain for one hour, then rinse and drain. Pat dry. In a 12 inch skillet, cook zucchini and garlic in hot oil for about 2 or 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Transfer mixture to a large bowl. In the skillet heat cream cheese and half and half until smooth, stir in parmesan, then add zucchini, heat through. Place in a serving dish, sprinkle with pepper, nutmeg and additional parmesan.