Ingredients

  • 4 small yellow squash, about 2 pounds
  • 6 small zucchini, about 2 pounds
  • 8 ripe plum tomatoes, about 1 1/2 pounds
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups coarsely chopped onions
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped jalapeno peppers
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme, broken into 1/2-inch lengths, or 1 teaspoon dried
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Method

  • Trim and cut the yellow squash and zucchini into 1/4-inch slices.
  • Cut the tomatoes into 1-inch cubes.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet and add the zucchini and yellow squash.
  • Cook over high heat, stirring gently, until cooked but still firm, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the onions, garlic and jalapeno peppers and toss to blend.
  • Add the thyme, bay leaf, tomatoes, salt and pepper.
  • Stir to blend and cook, tossing and turning, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the basil and stir.
  • Remove the bay leaf and serve hot.