"This easy Zucchini Pork Penne pasta recipe is a nice change from the ordinary. The combination of zucchini and pork is deliciously different!..."
INGREDIENTS
•
2 1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta (Footnote )
•
1 tbsp olive oil
•
1/2 cup red onions, chopped
•
1/2 cup red peppers, chopped
•
1 large clove garlic, pressed
•
1 lb. lean ground pork
•
1/4 cup dry red wine
•
1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes
•
1 can (13.5 oz.) tomato sauce (substitute with marinara sauce)
•
1 tsp. dried oregano leaves
•
1 tsp. Italian seasoning (see Recipe)
•
1 tsp. smoked paprika
•
1 tsp. dried basil leaves
•
1 tsp. dried rosemary, chopped
•
1 tsp. garlic salt, or more to taste
•
2 tbsp. brown sugar, such as demerara
•
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
•
1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper, or to taste (I always use mixed peppercorns)
•
1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes, or to taste
•
1/4 cup grated Monterey Jack Jalapeño cheese
•
2 tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped