Ingredients
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1 lb lean ground beef
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 large red onion, sliced
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2 -3 celery ribs, chopped
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1 1/2 cups carrots, sliced
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4 -5 garlic cloves, crushed and chopped
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1 cucuzza, peeled and cubed
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1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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6 cups water
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salt & fresh ground pepper
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1 fresh bay leaf
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet, drain and set aside.
- In a large dutch oven, add the olive oil and sauté the onion, celery, carrot, and garlic for about 4-5 minutes, or until the onions are translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the pot along with the can of whole tomatoes, add the cucuzza, and the rest of the ingredients. Bring to a boil and simmer, uncovered for around 45 minutes or until the squash is cooked.