BAKED VEGETABLE GRATIN (VERDURE AL FORNO)

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Make and share this Baked Vegetable Gratin (Verdure Al Forno) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     European

Time 2h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 medium zucchini (about 1 lb.)
coarse salt
1 lb spinach, washed
1 medium onion, chopped
5 tablespoons olive oil (and a little more for the baking dish)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or 2 tablespoons fresh basil
1 cup cooked garbanzo beans
freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cut the zucchini into 1/2-inch dice; place in a colander; salt, and drain for 20 minutes.
  • Cut off any long stems from the spinach.
  • Cook spinach with water that clings to the leaves in a pot, along with a little salt just until the spinach wilts; drain and let cool.
  • Squeeze out the excess water and coarsely chop.
  • Gently saute the onion in 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over low heat for 20 minutes or until the onion is soft and pale gold.
  • Meanwhile, pat the zucchini dry with paper towels; add to the onions, and saute for 10 minutes.
  • Add the spinach and garlic and saute for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  • Turn into a bowl and let cool.
  • Combine the vegetables with 1/2 cup Parmesan, eggs, parsley, garbanzo beans, salt, and pepper.
  • Lightly oil a shallow, round baking dish; fill dish with the spinach mixture.
  • Sprinkle the top with 2 tablespoons Parmesan and drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  • Bake in a preheated 375° oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour or until a golden crust has formed.
  • Let cool; serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.8, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 79.3, Sodium 377, Carbohydrate 21.3, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 4.7, Protein 12.8

Nicholas Bazzy
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious vegetarian meal.


Aashik Kumar
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. The vegetables were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful.


Ellen's Arts
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This was a delicious and easy to make dish. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Megraj Shrestha
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family. The vegetables were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful.


Fakhir Waqar
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This is a great recipe that is easy to follow and makes a delicious and healthy meal.


Gautam Joshi
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This was a delightful vegetarian dish that was easy to prepare and packed with flavor. The vegetables were perfectly cooked and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. A sprinkle of fresh parsley added the perfect finishing touch to a dish that is sure t