CHEESY ZUCCHINI NOODLES WITH BACON

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound zucchini (about 3 medium)
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 slices bacon, chopped
2 teaspoons unsalted butter
2 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
1 clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
2/3 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Pinch cayenne pepper
1/3 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cut the zucchini into long noodles using a spiralizer (or use 1 pound store-bought zucchini noodles). Set aside.
  • Put a rimmed baking sheet in the oven and preheat to 425 degrees F. Toss the tomatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small bowl and season with salt and black pepper. Spread on the hot baking sheet and bake until the tomatoes are slightly softened and just browned around the edges, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat until browned and crisp, about 7 minutes. Remove to a paper towel¿lined plate and wipe out the skillet. Melt the butter in the skillet and add the scallion whites and garlic; cook until softened, about 1 minute. Add the flour and stir to combine, about 30 seconds. Whisk in the milk, mustard, cayenne and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, whisking, until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and whisk in the cheese until smooth.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the zucchini noodles and season with salt and black pepper. Cook, stirring, until the zucchini is just softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Using tongs, transfer the zucchini to the cheese sauce, leaving any extra liquid in the skillet. Cook over medium heat, gently tossing until coated; season with salt and black pepper. Top with the roasted tomatoes, bacon and scallion greens.

Offbeat Agent
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Overall, this is a great recipe that I would highly recommend.


Limelight Ben Mzalendo
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I would recommend it to experienced cooks only.


Raeem Jan
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover zucchini and it's also a very affordable meal.


Ghulam mustafa Samoon
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This dish is a bit bland. I would recommend adding some additional seasoning.


Nimani Nimani
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I'm not a fan of cheese, but I still enjoyed this dish. The zucchini noodles were very flavorful and the bacon added a nice touch of saltiness.


Ashok Bhandari
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Adzaho yaa Benedicta
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


sophia tillman
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The dish is absolutely delicious!


Md Shoyel
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I'm not a big fan of zucchini, but I was pleasantly surprised by this dish. The zucchini noodles were very mild in flavor and the cheese sauce was very rich and flavorful.


Aadel Ahmadi
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover zucchini. I also like that it's a healthier alternative to traditional pasta dishes.


M faheem Feema
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my dish didn't turn out as well as I hoped. The zucchini noodles were a bit mushy and the cheese sauce was too thin.


BL BL Bangladesh tips pro
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The zucchini noodles were a great way to sneak some vegetables into my diet. The dish was also very filling.


SHERYAR HANJRA
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This recipe was a bit too rich for my taste. The cheese sauce was very heavy and the bacon was a bit too salty.


kondwani phiri
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I loved the combination of zucchini noodles, bacon, and cheese. The dish was flavorful and satisfying.


Saidee Talukder
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The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great. The zucchini noodles were cooked perfectly and the bacon and cheese sauce was creamy and delicious.


Sarkaar 122
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This dish was a hit with my family! The zucchini noodles were a great substitute for pasta, and the bacon and cheese sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.