Linguini with Zucchini and Pecans

This zucchini linguini can be served as a main dish by adding protein or shine as a delicious side dish. For best results use Sunnyland's Toasted Mammoth Pecan halves. Recipe Credit: Bronwyn Hinton/Georgia Pecan Growers Association Photo Credit: Todd Stone

Ingredients

• 3/4 cups Sunnyland Toasted Pecan Halves, coarsely chopped
• 12 oz linguini
• 2 Tbsp butter
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 1/2 lbs small zucchini, shredded or cut into matchsticks
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup freshly grated Asiago cheese
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

Instructions

1. Prepare linguini according to package directions.
2. Melt butter with olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add zucchini and garlic and sauté for 4 minutes or until zucchini is tender.
3. Toss with hot cooked linguini, pecans, Asiago cheese and basil.
4. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
5. Serve immediately.