Pasta, tomato, mushroom and courgette

=== Season ===
UK: August
=== Ingredients ===
*pasta
*plum tomatoes
*mushrooms
*courgette
*fresh basil
*fresh parsley
*fresh thyme
* seasoning
*olive oil
Note on quantities: The sauce should be a balance between the tomatoes, courgette and mushroom. Then the sauce and the pasta should be satisfyingly balanced.
=== Equipment ===
*large frying pan / wok to combine sauce and pasta
*small frying pan
*saucepan to boil the pasta
*masher
=== Preparation ===
*quarter tomatoes
*cut courgette and mushroom into wedges
* pick and chop herbs so's ready to add
=== Method ===
# cook the pasta, meanwhile
# fry the tomatoes and chopped parsley in olive oil in the large frying pan, and when begin to soften mash slightly
#separately fry the mushroom with the thyme, when cooked add to the tomatoes
#fry the courgette wedges till beginning to brown on both sides, at the last minute add the basil, then add to the tomato sauce
#drain the cooked pasta and add to the sauce to get a satisfying balance, then mix thoroughly
=== Serve and options ===
*with grated cheese
* option: add chopped garlic to the tomato and parsley
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