Polish Style LeczoBeginner
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Polish Style Leczo

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Classic leczo is a hearty one pot dish made with sausage peppers tomatoes and onion. Vegetables are slowly cooked so they soften and release juices while sausage adds depth and savory flavor. Dish is rich aromatic and filling and can be served on its own or with bread potatoes or rice. Leczo tastes even better after resting when flavors fully combine.

By Karel R.
Total1 hr 4 mins
Prep20 mins
Cook44 mins
Servings4
DifficultyBeginner

Preparation

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  1. Cut sausage into thick slices. Peel onions and slice into half rings. Wash peppers remove seeds and cut into wide strips. Cut zucchini in bite size chunks.

  2. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sausage and fry until lightly browned so it releases aroma.

  3. Add onions to pot and cook until soft and translucent. Stir often so onions do not brown too quickly. Add chopped zucchini.

  4. Add bell peppers and cook for several minutes until they soften slightly but keep shape.

  5. Add canned tomatoes, sweet paprika and hot paprika. Mix thoroughly so spices distribute evenly.

  6. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered stirring occasionally until vegetables are tender and sauce thickens.

  7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust spiciness if needed.

  8. Serve hot as a main dish, optionally with rice. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley. ENJOY!

Cook’s note

Sausage should be smoked for best flavor.
Peppers should stay slightly firm not overcooked.
Leczo thickens as it rests.
Dish reheats very well the next day.

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