Nonnie'S Zucchini And Sausage Pasta Recipe

Name: Nonnie'S Zucchini And Sausage Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: olive oil; garlic, minced; sweet Italian sausage, skinned and crumbled; 2 Tbsp. each (minced): onion, celery and carrots; 1 lb. zucchini; 1 c. cream; dry vermouth or white wine; tomato paste; basil; oregano; salt and pepper; Parmesan cheese; 1 lb. cooked rotelle (pasta)

Servings: persons

olive oil
garlic, minced
sweet Italian sausage, skinned and crumbled
2 Tbsp. each (minced): onion, celery and carrots
1 lb. zucchini
1 c. cream
dry vermouth or white wine
tomato paste
basil
oregano
salt and pepper
Parmesan cheese
1 lb. cooked rotelle (pasta)

1
Heat olive oil and garlic; do not brown!
2
Add sausage, remove when cooked.
3
To pan juices, add onion, celery and carrots.
4
Saute until softened (not mushy).
5
Put aside with sausage.
6
Saute cubed zucchini (first wash with vegetable brush, but do not skin). Zucchini should be crisp.
7
Add ingredients from bowl.
8
Add
9
cream, wine or vermouth (to taste, about 3 tablespoons), tomato paste (about 1 tablespoon) and spices.
10
Simmer 15 minutes.
11
Add cooked pasta and cheese to taste.

229

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: olive oil, garlic, minced, sweet Italian sausage, skinned and crumbled, 2 Tbsp. each (minced): onion, celery and carrots, and more.

Yes, Nonnie'S Zucchini And Sausage Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!

Nonnie'S Zucchini And Sausage Pasta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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