ZUCCHINI PORK PENNE

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This easy pasta recipe is a nice change from the regular ones. The combination of zucchini and pork is deliciously different!

Provided by Francine Lizotte

Categories     Pasta

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 1/2 c uncooked penne pasta
1 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 c red onions, chopped
1/2 c red peppers, chopped
1 large clove garlic, pressed
1 lb lean ground pork
1/4 c dry red wine
1 can(s) (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes
1 can(s) (13.5 oz.) tomato sauce (substitute with marinara sauce)
1 tsp dried oregano leaves
1 tsp italian seasoning
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp dried basil leaves
1 tsp dried rosemary, chopped
1 tsp garlic salt, or more to taste (optional)
2 Tbsp brown sugar, such as demerara
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
freshly ground black pepper, to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, or to taste
1/4 c monterey jack jalapeño cheese, grated
2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • 2. In a large skillet over medium, heat oil. Add onion and sauté for 3 minutes. Add red pepper and cook for another 3 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add pork and cook until no longer pink. Add red wine and cook it down until liquid has almost evaporated. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, Italian seasoning, paprika, basil, rosemary, garlic salt and brown sugar; stir to combine. Reduce heat down to medium-low and cook for 10 to 15 minutes or until flavor blended.
  • 3. Drain pasta and add to skillet. Add zucchini and sprinkle freshly ground black pepper and more garlic salt. Increase heat to medium, cover and cook until zucchini is tender, about 5 to 8 minutes. Add cheese and stir until melted. Remove from heat and sprinkle fresh parsley over. Serve immediately.
  • 4. To view this recipe on YouTube, click on this link >>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJv84xPfjn4

Sumbhal Malik (Pomi)
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover zucchini.


Maria Nawal
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I'm not sure about this recipe. It seems like it would be too bland.


Shooter Playz
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This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Natalie Oliver
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I love how healthy this recipe is. It's packed with vegetables and lean protein.


Kont Kingdom
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Hossain Ahmad
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I'm not a fan of pork, but this recipe was still really good. I used chicken instead and it turned out great.


mercie chemutai
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This dish was a disaster! The zucchini was mushy and the pork was dry. I followed the recipe exactly so I'm not sure what went wrong.


abu Shaggy
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra garlic and red pepper flakes and it was much better.


bashar damra
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I'm not a big fan of zucchini, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The zucchini was cooked perfectly and it didn't overpower the other flavors.


Jeremy McCallum
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This dish was delicious! The pork was tender and juicy, and the zucchini and penne were cooked perfectly.


Nafees Abbasi
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I added some mushrooms and spinach to mine and it turned out great.


Zaheer Syed
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This zucchini pork penne was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the dish was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.