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zucchini gratin

Try this creamy way of serving up zucchini - easy and delish!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Servings: 8
Author: Marie

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds of zucchini (~4 medium zucchini), cut into 1/4 inch slices
  • 3/4 pounds of onions , sliced thinly (about 2 small onions)
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all purpose flour
  • 1 cup of warm milk
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 3 ounces of shredded Gruyere cheese (3/4 cup)
  • 1/2 to 3/4 cups of bread crumbs

Instructions

  • In a large dutch oven, melt butter over low temperature on stove top and then add onion.
  • Cook over low heat for about 15 minutes until onion is soft but not browned
  • Add zucchini, cover, and cook for 10 additional minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add salt, pepper and nutmeg and stir to combine.
  • Sprinkle flour over zucchini mixture and then slowly add milk and stir to combine.
  • Cook for a few more minutes until thickened and then pour into a buttered 8 x 8 casserole dish.
  • Combine cheese and breadcrumbs and use to top zucchini.
  • Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown.