Farm-Style Macaroni
( YIELD: 4-6 Servings )

I N G R E D I E N T S
Extra Virgin Olive Oil	1/4 cup
Unsalted butter	2 Tablespoons
Onion, finely diced	1 large
Zucchini, trimmed and diced	2 medium
Cooked Ham, trimmed and diced	1/4 pound
Potatoes, peeled, diced and cooked in boiling salted water until tender but very firm	2 medium
Salt and freshly ground black pepper	To taste
Dry white wine	1/2 cup
Mixed short pasta, such as elbows, fusilli, or penne	1 pound
Chopped Italian parsley	small handful
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese	To taste

1.	Combine the extra-virgin olive oil and butter in a saute pan.
2.	Add the onion and saute until translucent.
3.	Add the zucchini, ham, and potatoes, and season with salt and pepper.
4.	Saute for several minutes or until the zucchini is tender but crisp and the ham is lightly colored.
5.	Add the wine. Cover and simmer for about 5 minutes.
6.	Cook the pasta in abundant boiling salted water. Drain when al dente.
7.	Toss with the sauce and the parsley, and sprinkle with a little Parmesan cheese.
8.	Serve immediately.