Zucchini and Cheese Pie Recipe

Name: Zucchini and Cheese Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups coarsely shredded zucchini; 1 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves; 2 tbsp. margarine; 1 md. onion, sliced; 1 baked 9-inch pastry shell; 1-3/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese, divided; 3 tbsp. cornstarch; 1/8 tsp. pepper; 1-1/4 cup skim milk; 2 eggs, lightly beaten

Servings: persons

4 cups coarsely shredded zucchini
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves
2 tbsp. margarine
1 md. onion, sliced
1 baked 9-inch pastry shell
1-3/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese, divided
3 tbsp. cornstarch
1/8 tsp. pepper
1-1/4 cup skim milk
2 eggs, lightly beaten

1
Place zucchini in a colander, sprinkle with salt and oregano; toss to mix.
2
Let stand 1 hour.
3
With the back of a spoon, press out as much moisture as possible in zucchini.
4
There should be about 1 cup pressed zucchini.
5
Melt margarine in a skillet.
6
Add zucchini and onion.
7
Cook, stirring often, for 5 minutes or until tender.
8
Sprinkle 1 cup of cheese over the bottom of the baked pastry shell.
9
Cover with zucchini mixture.
10
Stir together cornstarch and pepper in a small bowl.
11
Add a small amount of cold milk to cornstarch; stir in remaining milk until smooth.
12
Add eggs; mix well.
13
Pour over zucchini mixture in pie shell.
14
Sprinkle remaining cheese over pie.
15
Bake at 375F for 35-40 minutes, or until a knife inserted in center comes out clean.
16
Serve warm.

276

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups coarsely shredded zucchini, 1 tsp. salt, 1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves, 2 tbsp. margarine, and more.

Yes, Zucchini and Cheese Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Zucchini and Cheese Pie

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