Italian Cucuzza Stew
Warm up your soul with a hearty bowl of Italian Cucuzza Stew, a rustic and comforting dish that highlights the delicate flavor of cucuzza squash, a beloved ingredient in traditional Italian cooking. This vibrant vegetable stew is packed with tender potatoes, sweet carrots, and the aromatic duo of garlic and basil, all simmered to perfection in a savory vegetable broth enriched with juicy diced tomatoes. Seasoned with oregano, salt, and pepper, each spoonful bursts with homestyle Italian flavors. Ready in just an hour, this one-pot wonder is perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner or meal prep, serving up to six. For an extra touch of indulgence, garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of basil. Ideal for vegetarians and easy to customize, this Italian Cucuzza Stew is a simple yet satisfying way to celebrate authentic Mediterranean flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large Yellow onion
- 3 large Garlic cloves
- 2 medium Cucuzza squash
- 2 medium Potatoes
- 2 medium Carrots
- 1 14.5-ounce can Diced tomatoes (canned)
- 4 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 cup Fresh basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Peel and dice the onion, then mince the garlic cloves. Add them to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Peel the cucuzza squash, potatoes, and carrots. Chop them into bite-sized pieces.
Add the cucuzza squash, potatoes, and carrots to the pot. Stir and cook for 5 minutes to lightly sauté the vegetables.
Pour in the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
Add the chopped fresh basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 35-40 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Taste the stew and adjust seasonings if needed.
Serve hot, optionally garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and additional fresh basil.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1582 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.2 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.0 g | 85% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 6377 mg | 277% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 225.5 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.5 g | 148% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.1 g | ||
| Protein | 63.8 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1164 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 6403 mg | 136% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
