Penne in a courgette sauce

Slice the courgette into slices - about the width of your finger. Finely slice the gardlic and add them to a large pan with the butter and oil. Place over a medium heat and cook gently for 15-20 minutes. If the courgette starts to brown too much, turn the heat down.

Once the courgette is soft, remove from the heat and set aside. Cook the bacon until crispy and golden, then chop into pieces. Boil a pan of salted water and add the pasta - cook following packet instructions.

While the pasta is cooking, put the courgette pan back over a gentle heat. Using the back of a wooden spoon, squash and mash the courgettes into a rough puree. Turn the heat off and beat in the cheese and creme fraiche until smooth. Stir in the bacon and season with pepper.

Drain the pasta once cooked and tip into the pan with the sauce. Put back over a very gentle heat and stir until the pasta is coated. Transfer to warmed bowls or plates and serve with more Parmesan.