Zucchini-Tomato Pasta with Fresh Herbs

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Source: Arkansas Democrat Gazette

Serves 4 people

Categories: pasta

Ingredients

  • 3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 1/2 cups diced tomatoes
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup white wine or lower-sodium chicken
  • broth
  • 1 cup packed coarsely chopped fresh basil plus additional sprigs for garnish, if desired
  • 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh oregano
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced (1 1/4 cups)
  • 8 oz. penne or ziti pasta
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup shaved Romano cheese

Directions

  1. heat oil in large skillet over medium heat until hot. Add tomatoes; simmer, covered, 4 to 5 minutes or until softened, stirring occasionally. Add garlic, cook and stir 1 minute or until fragrant. Add wine. Stir in basil, oregano, salt and pepper; stir in zucchini. Reduce heat to medium-low or low; simmer, covered 15 minutes or until vegetables are just tender, stirring occasionally.
  2. meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain well. Add pasta and parsley to skillet; toss well. Sprinkle with cheese; garnish with basil sprigs.

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