Italian Sausage and Zucchini Casserole Recipe

Name: Italian Sausage and Zucchini Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1- 1/2 pound Mild Italian Sausage - Casing Removed; 1 whole Medium Onion, Diced; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 can (14.5 Oz) Diced Tomatoes (drained); 1 can (15 Oz.) Tomato Sauce; 2 Tablespoons Sugar; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1 Tablespoon Fresh Oregano, Chopped; 1 Tablespoon Fresh Basil, Chopped; 2 Tablespoons Fresh Parsley, Chopped; 2 whole Zucchinis, Sliced; 1 whole Yellow Squash, Sliced; 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella

Servings: persons

1- 1/2 pound Mild Italian Sausage - Casing Removed
1 whole Medium Onion, Diced
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 can (14.5 Oz) Diced Tomatoes (drained)
1 can (15 Oz.) Tomato Sauce
2 Tablespoons Sugar
1 teaspoon Salt
1 Tablespoon Fresh Oregano, Chopped
1 Tablespoon Fresh Basil, Chopped
2 Tablespoons Fresh Parsley, Chopped
2 whole Zucchinis, Sliced
1 whole Yellow Squash, Sliced
2 cups Shredded Mozzarella

1
Crumble and brown Italian sausage in a pan with onions.
2
Drain.
3
Add garlic and cook for a minute or two.
4
Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, sugar, salt, oregano, basil, and parsley.
5
Bring to a boil.
6
Simmer for 30 minutes.
7
Heat oven to 350 degrees.
8
Reserve a little sauce for the top.
9
In a 9x13 pan layer sauce, zucchini/squash slices, and mozzarella cheese.
10
Repeat.
11
Top with extra sauce.
12
Bake uncovered for 40 minutes.

257

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1- 1/2 pound Mild Italian Sausage - Casing Removed, 1 whole Medium Onion, Diced, 2 cloves Garlic, Minced, 1 can (14.5 Oz) Diced Tomatoes (drained), and more.

Yes, Italian Sausage and Zucchini Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Italian Sausage and Zucchini Casserole

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Variations & substitutions

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