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dinner · Best in summer

Zucchini & Tomato Gratin

Time55 min
DifficultyMedium
Serves6
Seasonsummer
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Thin-sliced zucchini and tomatoes layered with cheese and herbs, baked until the top is golden and the vegetables have melted together. The simplest impressive thing you can make with a summer garden.

Ingredients

🌱 From Your Homestead

  • zucchini (3 medium)
  • ripe tomatoes (3 large)
  • fresh thyme and basil
  • garlic

🛒 From the Store

  • gruyère or parmesan
  • olive oil
  • breadcrumbs
  • salt
  • pepper

How to Make It

  1. Gather your ingredients: zucchini (3 medium), ripe tomatoes (3 large), fresh thyme and basil, garlic, gruyère or parmesan, and the rest.
  2. Prep your homestead ingredients — wash, chop, and measure: zucchini (3 medium), ripe tomatoes (3 large), fresh thyme and basil.
  3. Salt the zucchini slices and let them drain on paper towels for 20 minutes before layering. This is the only way to avoid a watery, waterlogged gratin.
  4. Cook for approximately 55 min. Adjust to taste and serve 6 portions.
  5. Plate, enjoy, and share with your household!
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