BAKED EASY CHEESY ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE RECIPE (ZUCCHINI GRATIN)

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins | Yield: 6 Servings

This cheesy dish is what you need today, I’m telling you. Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS :

• 3 medium Zucchini (sliced in 1/4″ thick slices)
• Sea salt
• Black pepper
• 1 1/2 c Swiss Gruyere shredded cheese blend (or any shredded sharp cheese; divided)
• 3 oz Brie cheese (edges cut off)
• 1/3 c Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced or crushed)
• 1/2 tablespoon Italian seasoning

DIRECTIONS :

Step 1: In a medium mixing bowl, add the zucchini slices and salt. Toss until well combined.

Step 2: Transfer into a colander and let it sit on the sink for about 45 minutes to drain the liquid.

Step 3: Use paper towels to pat dry the zucchini slices.

Step 4: Prepare the oven and preheat to 200 degrees C or 400 degrees F.

Step 5: Place the zucchini slices in a small casserole dish and arrange them in overlapping rows.

Step 6: Sprinkle shredded cheese in the middle of each row and season with pepper.

Step 7: In a small saucepan, add the Brie cheese, milk, garlic, butter, and cream. Stir until well mixed.

Step 8: Place the saucepan on the stove and turn the heat to low. Cook the mixture until the cheese has melted and the texture becomes smooth.

Step 9: Pour the mixture over the zucchini in the casserole dish.

Step 10: Sprinkle the rest of the shredded cheese and Italian seasoning on top.

Step 11: Place the casserole dish inside the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes or until the zucchinis are translucent and the cheese turns golden brown.

Step 12: Remove from the oven and allow it to cool at room temperature.

Step 13: Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts:

Calories 239 | Fat 19g | Protein 12g | Total Carbs 6g | Net Carbs 5g | Fiber 1g | Sugar 2g