Farmer Fred

Years ago a friend of Jim P. showed up with an appetizer that was still in the skillet and served over crackers, if I remember correctly. Whatever, it was great, different and addictive. So much so that Jim P., with his perverse cooking skills adopted it as his favorite recipe. Making all kinds of alterations to it depending on available ingredients.

I too have adopted it. Make it ahead of time. The flavors intensify. The veggies can change. Try it as a side dish, as an appetizer, serve it over pasta or rice. It's colorful, healthy, good tasting. Never skimp on the garlic.

Fred Holden’s Farm recipe June 2005

1 lb. Italian ground sausage or chicken
Cook sausage: drain.
Italian Olive oil (infused w/ sundried tomatoes)
Carrots chopped
Garlic minced > sautee
Cook on stove, covered for 10 to15 min.
Then add; yellow squash & zucchini sliced
Crushed tomatoes/ & cut up tomatoes
alternate also add potatoes/ pasta
Splash of red wine
Splash of Spicy bloody-mary mix
Sea Salt & fresh ground pepper
Cook covered 30 min. then cook as long as desired, longer the better
Sprinkle w/ Asiago cheese

As with many chef's recipe, there might be a few ingredients missing. Add as you'd like.



An interesting explanation and variation is provided by Wikipedia for Ratatouille (similar)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ratatouille

Enjoy

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