This one requires a broiler and 15 minutes.
It seems that any dish that is gratineed and scalloped can seem like too much work for a weeknight. But it’s time we forget those misconceptions. This Cheesy Scalloped Zucchini recipe is much easier than it appears and tastes far better than it should. This is a genius method. A shallow sheet pan, some broiling and a sauce that doesn’t need to be heated up make this a side dish that will satisfy your cravings. It will only take fifteen minutes. Yes, fifteen! You have nothing to lose!
Serves 4
5m prep time
10m cook time
INGREDIENTS
Unsalted butter, softened, as needed
1 lb zucchini, thinly sliced
2/3 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano, freshly grated
1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup Gruyere cheese, freshly grated
1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
PREPARATION
Position a rack in your oven 6 inches from the broiler and heat broiler on high.
Grease a shallow 9×13-inch baking dish or rimmed sheet pan with softened butter.
Season zucchini with salt and pepper and arrange on baking pan. Broil just until squash is beginning to soften, about 4 minutes.
While squash bakes, whisk together cream, thyme, garlic powder, parmesan cheese, and flour in a small bowl. Pour mixture evenly over squash, then top with Gruyere cheese and panko breadcrumbs.
Return to oven and broil until golden brown and bubbly, 4-5 minutes. Enjoy!
