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August 22, 2012

Zucchini Pasta with Pomodoro Sauce

Zucchini Pasta with Pomodoro Sauce

Ingredients

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons onion, diced 
  • 2 tablespoons leeks, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tomatoes, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons fresh herbs (oregano, basil, parsley), chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Pinch sugar
  • 3 whole zucchini cleaned and sliced thinly like pasta 
  • Parmesan or mozzarella,  grated

Directions

In a saucepan over medium heat, saute garlic and onion in oil for 2 minutes. Add tomatoes and herbs, continue to cook for 5 minutes until the tomatoes soften. Season with salt, pepper and sugar. Meanwhile bring a pot of salted water to boil and add zucchini, cook until soft. Put sauce in food processor and pulse do not over blend. You want a few chunks. Combine pasta and sauce in a bowl and sprinkle with cheese. Serve hot and with some toasted sour dough bread. Yummy!!





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