Cheesy Zucchini Gratin

Wonderfully rich and creamy with the best crisp/crusty topping! Plus, it’s WAY HEALTHIER than the traditional potato gratin!! From damndelicious.net.

Cheesy Zucchini Gratin


Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups heavy cream
3 cloves garlic, pressed
1 sprig fresh thyme
Pinch of nutmeg (if tolerated)
2 pounds zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch thick slices*
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (if tolerated), to taste
9 tablespoons shredded Gruyere cheese, divided (if tolerated)
1/2 cup FRENCH’S® Crispy Fried Onions (if tolerated or omit)

*2 pounds is equivalent to about 4 medium-sized zucchini


Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly oil a 9-inch pie plate or coat with nonstick spray.

2. In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, garlic, thyme and nutmeg over medium heat until heated through, about 1-2 minutes.

3. Add a layer of zucchini to the prepared baking dish in an overlapping pattern; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Pour 1/3 cup cream mixture over zucchini; sprinkle with 3 tablespoons Gruyere. Repeat with remaining zucchini slices, cream mixture and Gruyere to create 2 more layers.

4. Place into oven and bake until bubbly and browned, about 20-25 minutes.

5. Top with FRENCH’S® Crispy Fried Onions. Place into oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until onions are golden.

6. Serve immediately.