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Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox
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Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Ingredients
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Cooking spray
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1 1/2 lb. medium zucchini
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1 tsp. kosher salt
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1/2 cup sour cream
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/2 tsp. black pepper
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2 large eggs
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2 large garlic cloves, grated on a Microplane
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6 oz. extra-sharp Cheddar, shredded
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 cup crumbled buttery crackers (such as Ritz)
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1/2 cup canned fried onions (such as French’s)
Directions
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Preheat oven to 400°F. Coat an 11 x 7–inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox
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Cut zucchini lengthwise into quarters, then cut the quarters crosswise into 1/2-inch slices. Place cut zucchini in a large bowl and sprinkle with salt; toss well to coat.
Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Turn zucchini out onto a double layer of paper towels. Let stand 10 minutes.
Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox
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In same bowl (no need to rinse), whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, black pepper, eggs, and garlic.
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Stir in cheeses.
Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox
After zucchini has rested for 10 minutes, pat dry with extra paper towels (do not rinse). Stir zucchini into sour cream mixture.
Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Pour zucchini mixture into prepared baking dish.
Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Cover tightly with foil; bake at 400°F for 35 minutes.
Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox
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Uncover baking dish and sprinkle casserole with crackers and onions.
Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Bake an additional 10 minutes or until topping is browned.
Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox