Ziti with Roasted Zucchini and Garlic Recipe

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Toss zucchini shallots 5 tablespoons oil garlic and crushed red pepper in a bowl until coated. Spread on rimmed baking sheets and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Roast vegetables in the preheated oven turning occasionally until tender about 30 minutes.

While vegetables are roasting bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook ziti pasta at a boil stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite 9 to 12 minutes. Drain reserving 3/4 cup cooking water.

Toss cooked pasta with 1 tablespoon oil. Transfer to a large pot. Add roasted vegetables 1/4 cup cooking water and remaining 1 tablespoon oil; stir over medium heat until heated through. Add 3/4 cup basil and Parmesan cheese. Toss adding remaining cooking water 1 tablespoon at a time if dry. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with remaining basil sprinkled on top.