Checkerboard Vegetable Squares

1. 1

   Combine first 3 ingredients (cottage cheese, saltines and fine herbs) in mixing bowl and set aside.

2. 2

   Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add squash slices, and saute 5 minutes. Spoon into a lightly greased 8 inch square baking dish.

3. 3

   Spread half of cheese mixture evenly over squash slices.

4. 4

   Place spinach in skillet and saute 3 minutes, adding 1 tablespoon butter if necessary to prevent sticking. Spoon spinach evenly over cheese mixture.

5. 5

   Spread the remaining cheese mixture evenly over spinach layer.

6. 6

   Slice tomatoes into 9 equal pieces. Saute, just enough to soften slightly. Layer them on top of the second cheese mixture.

7. 7

   Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.

8. 8

   Arrange mozzarella cheese strips on top to resemble checkerboard, and bake 10 more minutes.

9. 9

   Remove from oven, and let stand 10 minutes: cut into squares. Serve immediatly.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.