Cheesy Zucchini Dish

In this cheesy zucchini casserole, the zucchini are breaded and fried, spread with sour cream, topped with sharp cheddar cheese, then baked. Serve this alongside any simply prepared meat, poultry or fish.

• Calories: 397 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup milk
• salt and pepper to taste
• 16 ounces sour cream
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 12 small zucchinis
• 3 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.33333334326744 cup vegetable oil

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray one 9x13 inch baking dish with non-stick spray.

Step 2

Bring a pot of water to a boil; blanch zucchini, drain and cool.

Step 3

In a shallow bowl, mix together 1 1/2 cups flour, 1 tablespoon garlic powder and salt and pepper to taste. In a separate bowl, combine the milk, 2 teaspoons garlic, salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4

Cut ends off zucchini and then cut in thirds. Roll zucchini in flour mixture, then in milk and again in flour to cover completely. Set aside on parchment paper until all pieces are covered.

Step 5

Heat large frying pan over medium high heat, add oil and brown zucchini on all sides. Remove and arrange in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread sour cream over zucchini and top with cheese.

Step 6

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until cheese is beginning to brown. Remove from oven and let sit for 10 minutes and serve.