Mild Italian Sausage, Tomato and Zucchini Stew Recipe
This mild Italian sausage, tomato and zucchini stew recipe is a cozy one-pot dish built on tomato juice, fresh tomatoes, and quick-simmered vegetables. For how to make it, lightly brown the sausage, add celery and peppers, then simmer the tomatoes until the flavors come together. Finish with parmesan and romano cheeses right before serving.
Ingredients
For the stew
Step-by-Step Method
Slice and brown the sausage
Slice the sausage into rounds. In a large pot over medium heat, cook for 3–4 minutes, turning often, until lightly browned and the fat starts to render.
Soften the vegetables
Add the celery and green peppers. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring, and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom.
Add tomatoes and seasonings
Stir in the fresh tomatoes, chopped tomatoes, and tomato juice. Add the salt and sugar, then mix well.
Simmer gently
Bring to a light boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 45 minutes with the lid slightly ajar, stirring now and then so it doesn’t stick.
Cook the zucchini
Add the zucchini and simmer 15 minutes more, just until tender but not falling apart. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
Finish and serve
Ladle into bowls and top with parmesan and romano. Serve hot, with bread or pasta if you like.