First, before I launch into our Nasdaq adventure and the decedent Zucchini Alfredo dish, I'd like to say thank you so much for reading my blog and a very VERY special thank you to all of you who have come up to me and told me how much you've been enjoying it. ย I really appreciate your feedback, your emails, your comments, and all your love and support.Thank youย so much!!! ๐
Back to Nasdaq and Cipriano's...
Nasdaq and NYSE
First of all, whenever anyone mentions either Nasdaq or the NYSE, I immediately get visions of traders packed together signaling wildly amidst flying bits of ticker tape. ย Actually, the NYSE is an auction style market that historically traded like thatย but now most trades are done electronically off the floor. ย On the other hand, the Nasdaq is a dealer market traded over via computers and the trading is done directly between investors, buyers, and sellers. ยCipriani Dolci (Grand Central Station)
The following day Jerry and I walked around the city and decided to check out Cipriani Dolci inย Grand Central Station at 89 East 42nd Street. ย I was a little afraid the restaurant was going to be second rate and kind of cheesy. ย It's not at all! ย It over looks the main hall of Grand Central Station which is beautiful and it was fun to watch everyone hustling to and fro. ยMaking it at home
I was so excited toย try something like this at home, but withย a low carb high fat twist. ย What I loved most about this dish and what I tried to recreate, was its 3 distinct layers: pasta, Alfredo sauce, and baked cheese. ย In order to keep this recipe low carb keto, I substituted the Cipriani's pasta withย spiraled zucchini. ย Hence, the Zucchini Alfredo recipe made it's debut around our table this weekend. ย But if you're not worried about carbs, go with angel hair pasta or if you're lucky enough, homemade tagliolini. ย Let me know how you like it!Zucchini Alfredo Recipe
Serve this spiralized zucchini as a wonderful low carb meal. ย It is bathed in a creamy cheesy Alfredo sauce and baked in the oven until golden brown. ย Put a salad on the table with it and dinner is complete. | www.lakesidetable.com
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 large zucchinis spiralized or ribboned with a vegetable peeler
- ยฝ onion minced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 ยฝ cups heavy cream
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 ยฝ tablespoons Italian seasoning dried
- โ cup fresh herbs chopped (I like a mix of parsley, sage, and thyme)
- ยฝ teaspoon fresh nutmeg grated
- 1 ยฝ cups cheese shredded (mix of mozzarella & parmesan)
- kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
Equipment
- spiralizer or vegetable peeler
- measuring cups and spoons
- knife and cutting board
- whisk and mixing bowl
- skillet
- casserole dish
Instructions
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Wash but don't peel the zucchinis. ย Spiralize the zucchinis and spread them out on a clean dish towel. ย Sprinkle lightly with sea salt. ย The salt will begin to draw out the mixture in the zucchini.
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Melt the butter over low heat in the skillet. ย Once theย butter is melted, add the minced onions. When the onions are soft, add the dry Italian herbs. Adding the dry herbs to the heat at this point opens them up and allows their flavor to penetrate into the butter which will transfuse into the rest of the sauce. Watch carefully. You do not want the herbs to burn. Add the garlic.
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In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks into the heavy cream. This will thicken the sauce once heated.
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Pour cream and yolk mixture into the skillet. Add nutmeg. Stir constantly and increase the heat to medium-low. As the sauce starts to bubble, it will also thicken. Add salt and pepper to taste.
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Once sauce has thickened, turn off heat.
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Arrange the squash evenly on the bottom of the casserole dish.
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Pour the sauce over the zucchini. Cover with shredded cheese and chopped herbs. ย Broil until the cheese turns a light golden brown. Keep warm until ready to serve.
Recipe Notes
Inspired by NYC Cipriani Dolci's Tagliolini Alfredo.
Variations: A slice of sautรฉd eggplant or try thinly sliced pork loin or chicken for an added protein boost.
To turn this dish into an elegant pasta dish, simply replace the zucchini with your favorite prepared pasta. ย Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Zucchini Alfredo Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 0
% Daily Value*
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
Potassium 0mg0%
Vitamin A 0IU0%
Vitamin C 0mg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0mg0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Nanc M. says
Yum! I'm going to make this when Robbie & Al come in March!
Surya says
This is different and looks delicious!