Pasta with Zucchini Sauce

Bring a large pot of water and salt to a boil. When the water boils, add the whole wheat pasta and cook according to package instructions (approximately 17-18 minutes for optimal texture).

While the pasta is cooking, prepare the sauce: peel and finely chop the onion and garlic. Cut the zucchini into small cubes. In a spacious pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion, garlic, and zucchini for 4-5 minutes. Add the water, salt, and pepper, then let it simmer over medium heat for 7-8 minutes, until the zucchini softens.

Drain the cooked pasta. Finely grate the Parmesan. When the zucchini is soft, transfer the mixture from the pan to a tall container. Add the cooking cream, grated Parmesan, and fresh basil leaves. Blend everything with an immersion blender until you get a smooth and homogeneous sauce.