ZUCCHINI AND SHELLS

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Family favorite to use that beautiful summer zucchini! Very simple recipe that tastes great accompanied by garlic bread! Very good for vegetarians, too.

Provided by FABA1228

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ cup olive oil
½ medium onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 large zucchini, peeled and cubed
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 cups water
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ cup white sugar
1 (8 ounce) package uncooked pasta shells
¼ cup grated Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onion and garlic, and cook until tender. Mix in zucchini and coat in the olive oil. Pour in tomato sauce and water. Season with oregano, basil, and red pepper. Dissolve sugar in the sauce. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a large bowl, mix sauce and cooked past shells. Top with cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515.2 calories, Carbohydrate 79.3 g, Cholesterol 7.7 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 650.3 mg, Sugar 32 g

Atif Alam
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This is a great basic recipe. It's easy to customize with different vegetables, cheeses, and herbs.


Helal Chowdury
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Merillio Kromo
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make and everyone loves it.


md Kowsar
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I'm not a big fan of zucchini, but I loved this dish. The shells and feta cheese really balanced out the flavor.


inam ullah
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This is a delicious and healthy dish. I love that it's packed with vegetables.


Walter Martin (Bubba)
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I've made this recipe with different types of cheese and it always turns out great. Parmesan is my favorite.


rayon ellis
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Shahid Shahid
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I love the combination of zucchini, shells, and feta cheese. It's a unique and flavorful dish.


Lilian Owusu-Ansah
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover shells.


brian smith
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I've never cooked with zucchini before, but this recipe made it easy. I'll definitely be making it again.


MukhTar Khan
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Phathisani Mpofu
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I made this for dinner tonight and it was a big hit! My kids loved the zucchini and shells.


Muhammad Tamjeed
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This is a delicious and easy recipe. I love adding a little bit of spice to it with some crushed red pepper.


Md Aks
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I've made this dish several times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up zucchini from the garden.


Jacqueline Taylor
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This recipe was a hit at our last potluck! Everyone loved the unique combination of zucchini, shells, and feta cheese.