zucchini roll ups

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33 Pinches
Superior, MT
Updated on Jul 29, 2012

My garden is really starting to come on here in W. MT, the zucchini most of all. This year rather than the long green ones, I grew the rounder grayish type. The shape reminds me of an eggplant, so this is a takeon my favorite eggplant recipe, hope you try this easy dinner soon!

prep time 30 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Bake
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 large grey zucchini squash
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 package ricotta cheese
  • 1 - egg
  • 1/4 cup each chopped parsley and basil
  • 2 - cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups spaghetti sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • - salt and pepper

How To Make zucchini roll ups

  • Step 1
    Peel and slice zucchini into 1/4" slices. Heat olive oil in skillet over med heat and sauté zucchini until softened. Place on paper towels to drain. Let cool. Pour 1 cup of the sauce into a baking dish, set aside.
  • Step 2
    Mix ricotta, egg, parsley, basil and garlic in medium bowl. Place 1/4 cup of mixture on large end of zucchini and roll up. Place seam side down in the baking dish over sauce. Repeat with all, and top with remaining sauce. Top with mozzarella and cover with foil. Bake at 350 for 45 minutes. Serve with a green salad and crusty bread.

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Culture: Italian
Ingredient: Vegetable
Method: Bake
Category: Casseroles

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