Ingredients
Scale
Gathering your ingredients is the first step towards a successful dish. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese for topping
If you’re missing any of these, don’t fret. Ground turkey works well as a beef substitute, and if you have Italian seasoning in your cupboard, it can replace the oregano and basil in a pinch. Remember, home cooking is all about flexibility!
Instructions
Now, let’s get cooking! Here’s how you can bring this flavorful dish to life:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the sliced zucchinis, and cook for another 5 minutes, until they start to soften.
- Add the canned diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together and bring to a simmer.
- Cover the skillet and let it cook for 10-12 minutes, until the zucchini is tender and the flavors have melded beautifully.
- If using, sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the top, letting it melt before serving.
There you have it! A dish that fills your home with the aroma of home-cooked goodness, just like my mom used to do with her magical creations from a few simple ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
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