Zucchini Parmesan = Love

I love, love, love this dish.  Love it.  LOVE it.

So...did I mention that I love it?

Layered Zucchini Parmesan

Ingredients:

3 large zucchini, sliced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided

1/4 cup Italian bread crumbs

salt and pepper

1 cup marinara sauce

1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese

Directions:

1.  Preheat oven to 450 degrees.  Coat a large baking sheet with parchment paper or non-stick cooking spray.

2.  Remove excess moisture from zucchini by blotting with paper towels.  In a medium bowl, drizzle zucchini with olive oil and toss to coat.  In a separate bowl, combine half of the parmesan, bread crumbs, and salt and pepper.

3.  Dip each zucchini slice into the cheese mixture, pressing slightly to ensure the breading sticks.  Arrange zucchini in an even layer on baking sheet.  Bake for 25 minutes or until browned and crisp.

4.  Reduce oven temperature to 400 degrees.  Coat the bottom of a baking dish with 1/3 cup marinara.  Layer half of the zucchini over marinara.  Top with 1/3 cup marinara, 1/4 cup mozzarella, and 1/8 cup parmesan.  Repeat layers.

5.  Bake for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbling.

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