Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Begin by slicing your fresh zucchini into even rounds, about 1/4 inch thick. Place the slices in a colander, sprinkling salt over them to draw out excess moisture. Allow the zucchini to rest for 15 minutes. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, sour cream, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until combined. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and sauté freshly minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the cream mixture to the skillet, stirring continuously for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Once the sauce is warm, stir in the grated mozzarella cheese until it melts completely, creating a creamy, smooth texture. Keep stirring for another minute.
- Take a buttered baking dish and layer the pat-dried zucchini slices evenly across the bottom. Pour the creamy sauce over the top, ensuring even coverage.
- Sprinkle the remaining grated Parmesan and mozzarella cheese generously over the zucchini and sauce to form a golden-brown crust as it bakes.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.
- Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm.
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Notes
For best results, always pat zucchini dry after salting and continuously whisk the cream mixture while heating to prevent separation.
