end of the season zucchini

Florala, AL
Updated on Sep 14, 2012

What to do with plethora of zucchini in your garden that seems to multiply overnight? I am always looking for ways to use the extra zucchini. I make zucchini relish, grate it into spaghetti sauce and casseroles and now a new casserole that my friends and family are actually asking for. Try it you will like it.

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yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup colby-jack cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon paprika, hot
  • tablespoon dry mustard, i prefer coleman's
  • 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup green bell pepper
  • 2 pounds zucchini or summer squash
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs
  • 3 tablespoons butter, unsalted, melted

How To Make end of the season zucchini

  • Step 1
    Preheat the oven to 400°. Spray a shallow 9"x13" baking dish with non-stick spray.
  • Step 2
    Mix the cheese, eggs, mustard, paprika, onion, and bell pepper in a large bowl. Cut the ends off of the zucchini and discard. Quarter each squash lengthwise, then slice into 1/2 inch chunks.
  • Step 3
    Add the zucchini chunks to the cheese mixture along with the salt and pepper; mix well. Spread the mixture in the prepared pan; sprinkle with bread crumbs and melted butter.
  • Step 4
    Bake about 30 minutes or until the crumbs are golden and the zucchini is cooked through.

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