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Creamy Parmesan Zucchini

Creamy Parmesan Zucchini
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Creamy Parmesan Zucchini is a delightful vegetarian dish that brings together fresh zucchini and a rich, velvety cream sauce, baked to golden perfection. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, offering a delicious blend of flavors that will impress everyone at the table. With just a handful of ingredients and simple preparation steps, you can create a satisfying meal that even meat-lovers will enjoy. Serve it as a stand-alone main dish or as a hearty side to complement grilled chicken or pasta dishes—this recipe is incredibly versatile!

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds zucchini
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F.
  2. Generously butter a baking dish and set aside.
  3. Cut zucchini into ¼-inch slices, sprinkle with salt, and let rest for 15 minutes to draw out moisture.
  4. Wipe off excess moisture from the zucchini slices.
  5. Arrange the zucchini in the baking dish.
  6. In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, sour cream, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, pepper, and half of the parmesan cheese.
  7. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  8. Pour the cream mixture into the saucepan with garlic and cook until gently bubbling.
  9. Stir in half of the mozzarella cheese until melted.
  10. Pour the sauce over the zucchini and top with remaining cheeses.
  11. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until golden brown on top.
  12. Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

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