Ingredients
– 4 medium courgettes, sliced
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 400g (14 oz) canned diced tomatoes
– 300g (10.5 oz) pasta of your choice
– Grated parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
Creating Slow-Cooked Courgette Pasta is straightforward if you follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare the Ingredients: Slice the courgettes and finely chop the onion and garlic.
2. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Sauté Aromatics: Add the onion and garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
4. Add Courgettes: Stir in the sliced courgettes, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes to soften the courgettes.
5. Mix with Tomatoes: Add the diced tomatoes to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
6. Transfer to Slow Cooker: Pour the mixture into your slow cooker and cover.
7. Cook: Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 50–60 minutes, or until the courgettes are tender.
8. Cook Pasta: Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
9. Combine: Once the courgettes are cooked, stir in the pasta until well combined.
10. Serve: Spoon the Slow-Cooked Courgette Pasta into bowls, sprinkling with grated parmesan cheese if desired.
This culinary journey through the steps of making this amazing dish ensures that every bite you take will be a reminder of comfort and satisfaction.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 10g