(Ready in about 50 minutes | Servings 4)
This is a great way to use up the bounty of zucchini during the summer season. You're going to love this easy cheese casserole!
Per
serving: 155 Calories; 12.9g Fat; 3.5g Carbs; 0.8g Fiber; 7.6g
Protein; 0.2g Sugars
Ingredients
- Nonstick cooking spray 2 cups zucchini, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons leeks,
- Sliced 1/2 teaspoon salt Freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese,
- Grated 1/4 cup heavy cream 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, freshly grated 1 tablespoon butter,
- Room temperature 1 teaspoon fresh garlic, minced
Directions
Start by preheating your oven to 370 degrees F. Lightly
grease a casserole dish with a nonstick cooking spray.
Place 1 cup of the zucchini slices in the dish; add 1
tablespoon of leeks; sprinkle with salt, pepper, basil, and oregano. Top with
1/4 cup of Cheddar cheese.
Repeat the layers one more time.
In a mixing dish, thoroughly whisk the heavy cream with Parmesan, butter, and garlic.
Spread this mixture over the zucchini layer and cheese layers.
Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 40 to
45 minutes until the edges are nicely browned. Sprinkle with chopped chives, if
desired. Bon appétit!