Ingredients:
6 zucchini – sliced lengthwise – about ¼ inch thickness
8 oz. Monterey Jack cheese – shredded
7 slices of bread – soaked in milk
Grated Romano cheese
Olive Oil
For the Sauce:
7 Cloves of garlic – crushed & chopped
1 Large sweet onion – sliced
1 Healthy handful of fresh cilantro – chopped
1 - 28oz. can of whole or crushed tomatoes
¼ cup of wine
Dashes of sea salt
Dashes of fresh ground black pepper
Dashes of oregano
Dashes of red pepper flakes
Olive Oil
Heat a griddle with a drizzle of olive oil and place the zucchini slices on the hot griddle. Grill until the slices are golden and then set aside.
For the Sauce:
Heat a large frying pan with a drizzle of olive oil and add the onion, garlic and cilantro. Sauté until the onion is a beautiful golden color. Add the tomatoes and the wine and continue to simmer on low. Add the seasonings and continue to simmer on low.
To Build the Parmesan:
Preheat the Oven to 350 degrees:
Drizzle a little olive oil at the bottom of a baking dish. Place a large spoonful of the sauce at the bottom of the dish and begin to build the parmesan. Start with the zucchini topped with the sauce, followed by the cheeses and then the bread. Repeat this process until all is used up.
Bake for about 25-30 minutes.
This dish is easy and delicious. I know you will love it.
Enjoy with Love and Laughter!
Ciao Bella,
Catherine
xo
Maureen says
I want to make this. Yummy. I found that I can slice and oil the zucchini and put it on a baking sheet and pop it in a very hot oven and it's nicely browned in just a few minutes.
This looks delicious and we're always looking for newer and better ways to use a mountain of zucchini when they're in season.
Lenia says
I love all the ingredients you have used!I am sure this dish will satisfy my palate!Thanks for sharing this great recipe!
Dieter Moitzi says
I'm virtually licking my computer screen!
Charles says
This looks so delicious! So hearty and warming. I can imagine it's amazing as well if you add in some slices of eggplant too!
Pegasuslegend says
A must try for me so orginal love it!
Tanna at The Brick Street Bungalow says
Yum!! This one sounds as delicious as your others, Catherine! Hope you have a wonderful day! blessings ~ tanna
Amy J. and Tiffanie A. says
We just started following you! Your recipes are AMAZING! You can tell your recipes are made with love! I cannot wait to try them! Your blog is def. a favorite! I am going to put your badge on my blog!!
Cannot wait for more recipes!
Love,
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Jeannie says
I can only imagine how good this cake is since I have not made it before...drooling!
David says
Catherine, What a great use for zucchini! Sounds great... This goes into our recipe files for sure and it's the right time of the year to enjoy fresh zucchini. Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
Joanne says
Wow it's almost like bread pudding parmesan! Yum.
The Crazy Suburban Mom says
Oh this looks like the best zucchini thing ever 🙂 I saw your comment about me follow and I thought I was 🙂 I was, but only through blogger, so I added google friends connect!
Tracy
Wanda says
Oh this one really tickles my fancy!!
Copying it right now!!!
Thanks again dear friend.
Patrice-The Soap Seduction says
OMG, this looks so freaking good! I can smell the cheese and spices through my computer...you're gonna make me so fat...
Patti says
Great vegetarian side Catherine! Terrific for when we get bombed with zucchini from the garden! Look delish!
Malli says
Catherine,
It does look Sooooo Goooood!!
I must try this in my kitchen it sounds easy too... Thanks for sharing:)
The Mom Chef says
So really, this is a bit like a lasagna only the noodles are replaced by the soaked bread? What a unique and wonderful sounding recipe. Thanks for sharing.
Reeni says
I had to read the title twice Catherine! You're so creative! This sounds fabulous! xoxo
Tanna at The Brick Street Bungalow says
Just came back from visiting your children's blog. They are most creative!! wow! I know you are so proud. You have almost a whole family with beautiful blogs. Thank you for sharing. Blessings ~ tanna
redkathy says
Hi Catherine,
This dish has my name all over it for sure! I know my dad would love this one too. I really enjoyed your videos too. A four part series is a nice idea. That way you don't have to edit so much or condense the process.
Have a wonderful week friend!
Health Buzz says
Wow! It sounds great!
The Café Sucré Farine says
This sounds so wonderful, it seems that we never tire of Italian dishes. Thanks, Chris
Spicie Foodie says
Hi Catherine, It's been to long since I last stopped by. Boy have I've been missing out! This looks scrumptious! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Christine's Pantry says
Sounds wonderful! Yummy!
Yasmin says
Yum! This looks amazing and healthy! It will definately made by me soon!
Cheers,
Yas
http://www.tickle-your-tastebuds.blogspot.com
Rosa's Yummy Yums says
What a great idea! That dish must be delicious.
Cheers,
Rosa
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Rambler says
looks so yummy!!
purabi naha says
This dish is full of taste and goodness of zucchini. I am afraid the cheese you mentioned is not found here in Hong Kong. Is there an alternative? The dish looks extremely good!
kat-in-the-kitchen says
It looks so good..i want to make this one. Have a great weekend.
shabs says
Wowowoo, Catherine , the pic looks so mouthwatering , I had made something like this with the eggplants .
Chris's Gourmet Fashion says
Catherine this sounds delicious. Cilantro does work so well wth zucchini. Now that zucchini season has finally started, I'm always trying to try out some new zucchini dishes. Have a great 4th.
Barefeet In The Kitchen says
This looks delicious!
TheIronYou says
Great recipe. I love Parmesan cheese and this is such a clever way to taste all its goodness!
I recently wrote an article on how real Parmesan cheese is made and on its nutritional value. Check it out and let me know your thoughts, I would really appreciated it!
http://www.theironyou.com/2011/06/how-parmesan-cheese-comes-to-life.html
Peace
Mike @TheIronYou