Zucchini-Cheese Puff Recipe

Name: Zucchini-Cheese Puff
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs zucchini, shredded; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 2 teaspoons vegetable oil; 1 small yellow onion, chopped; 4 eggs, lightly beaten; 1/2 cup ricotta cheese; 3 ounces shredded cheddar cheese or 3 ounces mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup fine dry breadcrumb; 2 tablespoons chopped parsley; 1 tablespoon minced basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil, crumbled; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs zucchini, shredded
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 small yellow onion, chopped
4 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
3 ounces shredded cheddar cheese or 3 ounces mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup fine dry breadcrumb
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 tablespoon minced basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1
In a large colander, mix the zucchini with the salt and let stand for 20 minutes.
2
Press the zucchini with a wooden spoon to extract the liquid.
3
Heat the oil in a heavy 10-inch skillet over moderate heat.
4
Saute the onion until soft, about 5 minutes.
5
Preheat the oven to 350u00b0F.
6
In a large bowl, mix the eggs and ricotta.
7
Stir in the zucchini, onion, cheddar cheese, bread crumbs, parsley, basil, and pepper.
8
Pour into a lightly oiled, 1 1/2-quart souffle dish or casserole.
9
*At this point the mixture can be stored.
10
Refrigerate in the tightly covered casserole for up to 12 hours.
11
Bake, uncovered, until the center is set, 45 to 55 minutes.
12
The mixture will rise slightly.
13
Serve immediately with buttered mixed vegetables and Yeast Corn Rolls.
14
Enjoy!
15
Serving later:
16
Preheat the oven to 350PF.
17
Proceed as above with baking except bake 60 to 70 minutes.

315

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 1 1/2 lbs zucchini, shredded, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 2 teaspoons vegetable oil, 1 small yellow onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Zucchini-Cheese Puff falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Zucchini-Cheese Puff

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