Broiled Baby Zucchini Boats with Parmesan Crust

1. 1

   Preheat the broiler.

2. 2

   Melt the butter in a large cast-iron skillet or something similar with an ovenproof handle.

3. 3

   Add the garlic and saute over medium-low heat for about 30 seconds, being careful to let the garlic brown.

4. 4

   Place the zucchini halves facedown in the garlic butter and sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Saute over medium high heat for about 5 minutes, or until the zucchini are just slightly tender when poked with a fork.

6. 6

   Turn the zucchini over, and sprinkle generously with parmesan.

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   (Don't worry if the parmesan spills into the pan.

8. 8

   It will melt into additional, delicious crust.)

9. 9

   Cook for just a minute or two longer, then transfer the skillet to the broiler.

10. 10

    Broil for about 3 to 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.

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    Serve hot, and don't forget to scrape up the spilled parmesan from the bottom of the pan.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.