Parmesan Roasted Zucchini Rounds Food

OVEN-BAKED CRISPY ZUCCHINI ROUNDS

Steps:

• Set oven to 450 degrees (yes 450 degrees, or even a little higher if possible, this will create a crispy crust!).
• In a bowl mix together the panko bread crumbs with seasoned salt, black pepper, garlic powder, cayenne (if using) and Parmesan cheese.
• Place the egg whites into a shallow bowl.
• Dip the zucchini slices into the egg whites (letting any excess egg whites drip off).
• Coat the slices in the panko mixture (use fingers to firmly adhear the mixture to the slices if necessary).
• Place on a greased baking sheet.
• Bake for about 5-6 minutes; turn over and continue to bake for another 6-9 minutes, or until browned and crispy.
• As soon as the slices come out of the oven sprinkle with finely grated cheddar cheese if desired.
• Delicious!

ZUCCHINI PARMESAN

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
• In a large pot boil the zucchini until tender; drain. Meanwhile, in a medium frying pan heat the olive oil over medium heat and saute the onion and garlic until the onion is tender.
• Combine the zucchini, onion and garlic in a 9x12 inch casserole dish, and mix well. Pour the spaghetti sauce over the mixture and stir well. Top with mozzarella cheese (use more or less depending on your preference).
• Bake in preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is bubbly.

PARMESAN ROASTED ZUCCHINI ROUNDS

Steps:

• Line a baking tray with foil, and spray with non-stick spray. (Toaster oven works great for this if it has a baking tray).
• Arrange zucchini in a single layer and drizzle with olive oil, rub them down and turn to coat both sides with a thin coating of oil.
• Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Then top each round with a generous pinch of parmesan.
• Broil in 450 degree oven for 5-8 minutes, or until cheese is melted and golden. (Cook times may vary depending on oven, so keep an eye on it).

PARMESAN ROASTED ZUCCHINI

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
• Trim the stem end of the zucchini, cut them in half lengthwise and scoop out a small channel of seeds with a regular teaspoon. Place the zucchini in one layer on a sheet pan, brush generously all over with olive oil and turn the zucchini cut-side down. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and roast for 12 to 15 minutes, until just tender but still firm when tested with the tip of a small paring knife.
• Meanwhile, make the bread crumbs. In a medium bowl, combine the garlic, parsley, basil, Parmesan, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Add the panko and 3 1/2 tablespoons of oil and mix well.
• Turn the zucchini cut-side up and spoon a heaping tablespoon of the panko mixture evenly on each zucchini. Bake for another 8 to 10 minutes, until the panko is crispy. Serve hot, warm or at room temperature.

OVEN-ROASTED PARMESAN ZUCCHINI

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly spray a 15 1/2x10 1/2-inch rimmed baking pan with vegetable cooking spray.
• Mix olive oil, Parmesan cheese, salt, garlic powder, and pepper together in a large bowl. Add zucchini and toss to coat. Spread zucchini in a single layer on the prepared pan.
• Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until zucchini is tender but not too soft, 15 to 18 minutes.