1 lb. Italian sausage, remove casing and crumble
2 c. celery, cut in 1/2 inch pieces
2 lbs. zucchini, halved and sliced
1 c. onion, chopped
2 cans (28 oz.) tomatoes or fresh ones
2 tsp. salt, or substitute
1 tsp. Italian seasoning
1 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. basil
1/4 tsp. garlic
2 green peppers, cut into 1/2 inch pieces, optional
1 c. sliced mushrooms, optional

Brown sausage in large pot. Drain excess fat. Add celery, cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add remaining ingredients (except green peppers). Simmer 20 minutes; covered. If using green peppers cook 10 minutes longer. Let cool somewhat before serving. It is very hot. Serve with grated cheese on top. Freeze leftovers in quart containers.