Macaroni with Summer Squash, Salami, and Ricotta Tomato Sauce Recipe

Macaroni with Summer Squash, Salami, and Ricotta Tomato Sauce Recipe

  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • 1 1/2 pounds summer squash, grated
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped
  • 1/4 cup sliced salami, cut into thin strips
  • 1/8 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper
  • 3/4 pound elbow macaroni
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  1. In a large frying pan, heat the oil over moderately high heat. Add the summer squash, minced garlic, salt, and the oregano and cook, stirring, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the ricotta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, salami, and the pepper.
  2. In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the macaroni until just done, about 8 minutes. Drain and toss the pasta with the sauce. Top with the Parmesan.