Zucchini Gratin with Yellow Squash

Zucchini Gratin with Yellow Squash

ZUCCHINI GRATIN WITH YELLOW SQUASH IS A DELICIOUS SIDE DISH THAT IS EASY AND QUICK TO PREPARE. IT WILL MAKE A SUMMER SQUASH LOVER OUT OF YOU!

Summer is in full force here and with it comes lots of fresh zucchini and yellow squash. Even if you don’t grow it the season brings such an abundance that the market price drops on it consequently making this dish even more desirable. This delectable Zucchini Gratin takes about 15 minutes of your devoted time and then it is in the oven for an additional 15-20 minutes making it very doable for a weeknight meal. This recipe will bring out a passion for zucchini and squash that you never knew you had! 

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 onion thinly sliced
• 1 zucchini sliced in rounds 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick
• 1 yellow squash sliced in rounds 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick
• 2 large cloves garlic minced
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup parmesan
• 1 cup shredded smoked gouda

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees
2. Melt butter in oven proof skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until the edges start to brown approximately 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for additional 1 minute. Add cream and simmer until bubbly and starting to thicken. Slowly stir in parmesan. Add zucchini and yellow squash and cook an additional 4-5 minutes.
3. Sprinkle with smoked gouda and bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is golden brown.

Recipe Adapted From Zucchini and Yellow Squash Au Gratin @ smalltownwoman.com