Recipe Name Italian Zucchini Bake Submitted by armeoli Recipe Description 4 small to medium zucchini 1 large sweet onion 2 large cloves of garlic 6 large fresh basil leaves 2 sprigs of fresh oregano 2 c. of marinara sauce or prepared basil & tomato pasta sauce ½ to 1 c. of parmesan cheese Cooking spray 1 tsp. kosher salt (optional) 1 tsp. fresh ground black pepper Quantity 0 Quantity Unit 2 qt casserole dish Prep Time (minutes) 30 Cook Time (minutes) 60 Ready In (minutes) 90

Ingredients Amount Measure Ingredient 4 medium zucchini, sliced 2 cloves garlic minced 1 onion onions, sweet, mediim size, sliced 1 tablespoon basil, fresh, chopped 1 tablespoon oregano (fresh) 2 cups tomato sauce 1 cup Parmesan, Freshly Grated 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon Black Pepper, Coarsely Ground Steps Sequence Step 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. 2 Wash zucchini and dry with paper towels. Remove both ends and slice into 1/8 in. slices. Peel onion and slice. Break the slices into individual rings. Peel garlic cloves. Smash the peeled cloves with the back of the knife, then dice. Wash basil leaves and oregano. Dry with paper towels. Using only the leaves of each herb, dice the herbs. 3 Spray the casserole dish with cooking spray. Start layering the dish (you should complete approximately 3 layers). ½ c. tomato sauce Layer of onions rings. Layer of zucchini. ¼ of your herbs 4 Repeat. Once you have completed your last layer of zucchini, spread the remaining sauce over the top with remaining herbs, salt, and pepper. Top the dish with parmesan cheese. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 45 covered, 15 min (or until cheese browns) uncovered.