Pasta Paella with Clams and Spicy Sausage

1. 1

   Cut zucchini and tomatoes into 1/2-inch pieces and keep vegetables separate.

2. 2

   Chop onion and mince garlic.

3. 3

   In a heavy kettle heat oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and saute uncooked pasta, turning occasionally, until golden, about 2 minutes.

4. 4

   With a slotted spoon transfer pasta to a bowl.

5. 5

   In oil remaining in kettle saute zucchini with salt to taste, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 3 minutes, and transfer to another bowl.

6. 6

   Squeeze sausage from casings into kettle and add onion and garlic.

7. 7

   Saute mixture, stirring and breaking up sausage, until browned, about 5 minutes.

8. 8

   Add tomatoes, water, and wine and bring to a boil.

9. 9

   Add pasta and clams and boil, uncovered, stirring occasionally, 8 minutes, or until clams are opened and pasta is al dente.

10. 10

    (Discard any unopened clams.)

11. 11

    Stir in zucchini and parsley and cook until heated through.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.