Cheesy Zucchini Bake

Un delicioso y fácil gratinado de calabacín con una generosa capa de queso fundido, perfecto como guarnición o plato principal.

📝 Ingredients

• 4 zucchini (can use a mixture of squash and zucchini)
• 1 tablespoon oregano
• 1/4 small onion (diced)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
• salt and pepper (optional)
• 1/2 cup plain panko breadcrumbs
• 3/4 cup mixed cheese (shredded (I used mozzarella, smoked gouda & cheddar))
• 1-2 Tablespoon butter (melted)
• 5 slices bacon (cooked & crumbled (I used turkey bacon))

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Preheat oven to 350
2. 2Slice zucchini into 1/2 inch thick circles and then cut the circles in half.
3. 3Place zucchini in a large bowl and add in the onions and garlic.
4. 4And in the oregano, sharp cheddar cheese, and season it with salt and pepper, if using.
5. 5Spray a 9 x9 casserole dish with cooking spray.
6. 6Add zucchini mixture and spread evenly.
7. 7Sprinkle the top with mixed cheeses.
8. 8In a small bowl stir melted butter into bread crumbs.
9. 9Sprinkle bread crumb mixture evenly over the top of cheese.
10. 10Bake for 25 minutes.
11. 11Remove from oven and sprinkle on more cheese if desired.
12. 12Continue baking for another 10 minutes or until zucchini is tender, yet firm.
13. 13Remove from oven and sprinkle with bacon.
14. 14Serve immediately.