Bonnies Zucchini Parmesan My Way Food

BONNIE'S ZUCCHINI PARMESAN MY WAY

Steps:

• 1. Cook's Tip: You will need an Air Fryer and one ziploc bag to mix the spices in. It is better to use the bag because you can "knead' the seasoning into the slices, then into the oil, and it coats them more evenly than if you try to do it in a bowl. Make sure your zucchini is patted dry!
• 2. Prepare the zucchini. Use two firm, fresh zucchinis, uniform in size and about 6 inches long and two inches in diameter. Wash the zucchini, and trim the ends. Do not peel the zucchini. Pat dry with paper towels.
• 3. Cut each zucchini into three pieces, like this.
• 4. Stand the zucchinis on end like this.
• 5. Slice each piece as in the photo. (as uniform as possible) Make 4 slices from the larger part of the zucchini and 3 slices from the slimmer part of the zucchini. Pat all the pieces dry with paper towels. Again, dry zucchini means the coating will stick to the slices when it is cooking in the air fryer.
• 6. Here is how they look.
• 7. Place the seasonings, garlic salt, paprika, coarse ground black pepper, and 2 tablespoons of shaker Parmesan cheese in a ziplock bag and close it, leaving a little air in it. Now, "knead" the bag and the zucchini gently, until the zucchini is fully coated with the seasoning.
• 8. Add one tablespoon of olive oil to the bag and gently "knead" until all the zucchini is covered with the coating of oil, seasonings and Parmesan Cheese.
• 9. You are now ready to cook the zucchini in the Air Fryer. Add the zucchini to the basket of the Air Fryer. No need to spray with kitchen spray. Set the temperature to 400 degrees, and set the time to 16 minutes. Check your zucchini at 12 minutes to make sure it doesn't over brown and continue cooking until done to your taste.
• 10. Your zucchini will turn out perfectly, a little soft in the middle and a little firmer toward the skin. That is the way it should be. You don't want to overcook it. Here is how it looks! Enjoy!

ZUCCHINI RIBBONS WITH BASIL BUTTER

Steps:

• Bring pot of water to boil.
• Mean-while, with vegetable peeler-slice zucchini lengthwise into ribbons. Add zucchini to boiling water; cook until tender, 30-60 seconds.
• Drain and transfer zucchini to serving bowl.
• Add butter, oil, parmesan, basil, and red pepper flakes; gently toss until butter is melted and zucchini are coated.
• I also added 1/2 tsp of garlic powder to this!

BONNIE'S BAKED PEPPERONI ZUCCHINI (FAUX PIZZA)

Steps:

• Prepare the zucchini by washing and patting it dry. Cut the zucchini into 1/2 inch rounds. Place 1 tablespoon olive oil in a zip lock bag with the seasonings, and add the zucchini rounds. "Knead' the bag to coat the zucchini thoroughly. Let it sit on the counter for about 15 minutes while you prep the ingredients. Meanwhile, measure the Parmesan and Mozzarella cheeses, and dice the pepperoni.
• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Cover a large sheet pan with foil and spray it lightly with kitchen spray.
• Lay the zucchini flat on the prepared pan in one layer close together. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the zucchini slices, reserve a little for the top. Then, evenly add the diced pepperoni.
• Now, add the Mozzarella cheese and the rest of the Parmesan cheese.
• Bake for 15 minutes. Check it at 10 minutes. In my oven, it cooks perfectly in 15 minutes.
• Ideally, your zucchini should be sort of crisp on the outside and more done toward the center. Here is how it looks! Separate sections with a fork then serve with a spatula. Enjoy!

BONNIE'S ZUCCHINI WITH CHEESE AND SAUTEED ONIONS

Steps:

• PREP FIRST! Preheat oven to 350 degrees
• Line an 8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and spray with kitchen spray. Melt the 2 tablespoons of butter, and set aside.
• Toast the ½ English Muffin nice and brown, then grind it to make fresh bread crumbs. These are awesome crumbs, or use a bread you like. The Bullet makes short work of making bread crumbs.
• Grate the Fontina and Parmesan cheese, and mix together in a small dish.
• Saute the onion in 1 tablespoon of olive oil until lightly brown.
• PUT IT ALL TOGETHER: Wash and slice the zucchini and place a single layer (half of the zucchini) in the prepared pan. Add half of the sauteed onions and half of the cheese.
• Place the last layer of zucchini in the pan. Add the rest of the sauteed onions and the remaining cheese. Sprinkle to taste with salt and pepper, and pour the beaten eggs evenly over all.
• Top with the fresh bread crumbs and drizzle with the melted butter.
• Bake in the preheated oven 45 minutes until nicely brown and slightly puffed. Tent with foil for 5 minutes, cut into squares, then serve. Enjoy!
• Here is how it looks!

ZUCCHINI PARMESAN SOUP WITH RICE

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender.
• Add broth and rice and bring to a boil.
• Simmer, covered about 10 minutes, then stir in zucchini, salt and pepper.
• Simmer, uncovered about 15 minutes until zucchini is tender.
• Beat together egg, cheese and parsley and gradually whisk into hot soup.

EASY LOW FAT ZUCCHINI PARMESAN

Steps:

• Line a cookie sheet with aluminum foil, then spray with non-stick cooking spray.
• Spray zucchini with the Becel and place it in a bag with the parmesan cheese and skake to coat it well.
• Broil for a few minutes, watching carefully because ovens vary, until the cheese starts to brown.
• Enjoy it while it's warm!
• Make a larger batch for a delicious and healthy side dish for any meal! Your family will love it!
• Number of Servings: 1.

CRUSTY PARMESAN HERB ZUCCHINI BITES

Steps:

• Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly brush both sides of the zucchini with olive oil and place on a foil-lined baking sheet.
• Mix cheese and herbs together in a small bowl and sprinkle over the zucchini. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
• Bake for 15 minutes and place under the broiler for the last 3-5 minutes, until cheese is crispy and browned.