YELLOW SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI GRATIN

Yellow Squash and Zucchini Gratin image

This gratin is the perfect way to use up an abundance of summer squash. It's easy to prepare, takes just 10 minutes in the oven and serves up bubbly and delicious. -Jonathan Lawler, Greenfield, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 medium yellow summer squash, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 shallots, minced
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup panko bread crumbs, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

Preheat oven to 450°. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat; add zucchini, yellow squash and shallots. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute more., Add the cream; cook until thickened, 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in 1/2 cup bread crumbs and 1/4 cup cheese. Spoon mixture into a greased 11x7-in. or 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining bread crumbs and cheese. Bake until golden brown, 8-10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 357mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.