ZUCCHINI GRATIN WITH GRUYERE CHEESE

ZUCCHINI GRATIN WITH GRUYERE CHEESE image

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds zucchini, shredded on the large holes of a box grated.
Salt
3 Tablespoon unsalted butter
1 small shallot, minced
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese (1 1/2 ounces)

Steps:

1) Preheat the broiler. Put the shredded zucchini in a large colander and toss with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Let the zucchini stand 5 minutes, then squeeze as much liquid out of the zucchini as possible. 2) In a large nonstick skillet, melt the butter. Add the minced shallot and cook over moderate heat until shallot is softened, about 3 minutes. Add the zucchini and cook over high heat, tossing until zucchini is just softened, about 2 minutes. Add the heavy cream and simmer until thickened, about 1 minute. Remove the zucchini from the heat and season with salt. Transfer the zucchini to a shallow baking dish. Scatter cheese on top and broil 4 inches from the heat for 1 minute, or until the cheese is golden brown. Serve immediately.