Sweet Italian Sausage with Zucchini and Tomatoes

This is the perfect recipe to make after a visit to the local farmers' market.

INGREDIENTS
2 12-oz. pkgs Sweet Italian Sausage
1/4 cup 365 Extra Virgin Olive Oil
4-6 large garlic cloves, minced
3 TB fresh oregano, minced (or 1 TB dried oregano)
1 lb. zucchini, cut into ½ inch pieces (about 4 small)
3/4 lb. mixed red and yellow cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Basil sprigs and fresh lemon wedges for garnish (optional)

DIRECTIONS
Prepare sausages according to package directions, either in a sauté pan or on the grill. While they are cooking, heat olive oil in a large heavy sauté pan over high heat. Add garlic and oregano, stir 30 seconds. Add zucchini, sauté 3-5 minutes. When sausages are cooked, cut into large bite-sized pieces and add to pan along with tomatoes, basil, salt and pepper. Continue to sauté until flavors are well blended, about 3-5 minutes. Transfer to a large platter and garnish with sprigs of basil and lemon wedges.

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