Oven-Baked Zucchini with Mushrooms, Ham, and Cheese
Ingredients
Instructions
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Prepare the Mushrooms:
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- Heat 2-3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a pan.
- Slice 5 mushrooms and add them to the pan. Sauté for 1-2 minutes or until their color changes. Set them aside on a plate.
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Prepare the Zucchini:
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- Slice 1 medium zucchini into 4-5 slices, each about half a centimeter thick.
- Grate 1 garlic clove (or more if you prefer stronger garlic flavor). Season with salt and pepper.
- In the same pan, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and fry the zucchini slices for 1-2 minutes or until they are nicely browned on both sides. Season with salt and pepper.
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Assemble the Dish:
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- Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).
- Grease a baking tray with 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Start by layering zucchini slices at the bottom of the tray.
- Add a layer of chicken ham (or your preferred deli meat), then sautéed mushrooms, and a handful of grated cheese.
- Sprinkle over some chopped fresh or frozen parsley and optionally, some chili flakes for a little heat.
- Repeat the layering with another row of zucchini, mushrooms, ham, cheese, and parsley.
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Bake the Dish:
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- Drizzle with a bit more olive oil and bake in the preheated oven at 200°C (392°F) for 20 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is melted and golden.
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Serve & Enjoy:
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- Let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Enjoy your delicious oven-baked zucchini with mushrooms, ham, and cheese!
Tip: You can get creative with different types of cheese or add extra herbs like thyme or oregano for additional flavor! -
