Zucchini, Peppers, And Tomatoes

Total Time: 40 mins Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 lb zucchini
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup sliced onion
• 1 -2 cup sliced bell pepper (any color)
• 1 1/2 cups peeled seeded and chopped tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• salt & freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup feta cheese (optional) or 1/4 cup parmesan cheese (optional)
• 1/2 cup sliced black olives, to taste (optional)

Recipe

• 1 wash, trim, and slice zucchini.
• 2 salt zucchini lightly and allow to drain for about ten minutes, then pat dry.
• 3 heat the butter and oil, sauté onions until wilted.
• 4 add the zucchini and peppers, cook 2 to 3 minutes.
• 5 stir in tomatoes, herbs, and add salt and pepper to taste.
• 6 cook 4 to 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
• 7 if the tomatoes are especially juicy, cook briefly over high heat to reduce pan juices.
• 8 remove from heat, stir in optional feta and olives or parmesan, if desired.