Zucchini Stew

Adapted from Veggies Save the Day

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 medium zucchini, diced (about 2 pounds)
• 3 medium potatoes, diced (about 1 pound)
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 2-15oz cans diced tomatoes in juice
• 1 cup water
• parsley

METHOD:

• Saute onion in oil for about 5 minutes
• Add garlic and saute 30 seconds more
• Add zucchini, potatoes, carrots and bell pepper and saute for 5 minutes
• Add tomatoes and water; bring to a boil
• Lower heat and simmer, uncovered, for about 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender and the stew has thickened
• Add parsley and season with salt