In the realm of culinary delights, there exists a dish that captivates taste buds and transports diners to the heart of Italian culinary tradition: Italian squash and zucchini casserole. This delectable dish, often referred to as "Torta di Zucchine e Zucca," is an embodiment of rustic charm and understated elegance. Its origins can be traced back to the fertile countryside of Italy, where an abundance of fresh produce and a passion for hearty cooking converge. Imagine a golden casserole brimming with layers of tender zucchini, sweet squash, and a symphony of herbs and spices, all enveloped in a blanket of melted cheese. Each bite promises a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, leaving you yearning for more.
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ITALIAN ZUCCHINI AND SQUASH
I got on a kick of finding new recipes for zucchini and squash this summer. My husband's and my favorite is the simplest dish so far. It takes very little prep time, a little patience while your kitchen becomes filled with this delicious aroma, and amazement at how simple this is. It was a very easy way to impress my husband for a nice romantic meal.
Provided by flirtyfunchick
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 4 cups, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, toss all of the ingredients together until well coated.
- Pour onto a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer and bake until a light crunchy coat forms on vegetables (about 25 minutes).
ITALIAN SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE
Make and share this Italian Squash and Zucchini Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by EMcooks
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In large skillet saute garlic and onions on medium heat in the dressing for 5 minutes.
- Add the seasonings and all the veggies except the tomatoes and saute another 5 minutes.
- Add cans of tomatoes undrained and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover and let simmer about 10 minutes or until vegetables are slightly tender.
- Pour into a glass casserole dish.
- Sprinkle with cheese.
- Crush saltines by hand over top of the casserole
- Bake at 350 for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.8, Fat 15.6, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 12.1, Sodium 349.6, Carbohydrate 17.1, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 8.8, Protein 7.2
SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE
Here's a vegetable casserole that's great as a summer meal. You might want to put a cookie sheet or something under this dish as it bakes, because it sometimes bubbles over.
Provided by Ann Marie
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 50m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Cut the zucchini and squash into long, thin layers. Lightly grease a 7x11-inch baking dish and layer the squash, zucchini, onion and tomatoes into the baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese and add pats of butter between each layer of vegetables, and season each layer with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
- Continue this layering process until all the vegetables are used up and top this off with the remaining butter and cheese.
- Cover and bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 20 to 30 minutes, or until vegetables are to desired tenderness and cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 98.3 mg, Fat 31.9 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 18.6 g, SaturatedFat 19.9 g, Sodium 721.2 mg, Sugar 5.4 g
ITALIAN ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE
Compliments crop up as fast as vines when folks sample this zucchini casserole. Even those who generally don't like zucchini find they enjoy it in this savory side dish. -Kimberly Speta, Kennedy, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook zucchini in 1 tablespoon oil 5-6 minutes or until tender; drain and set aside. In the same skillet, saute the onion and garlic in remaining oil for 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, basil, oregano, garlic salt and pepper; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat; gently stir in zucchini. , Place in an greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Top with stuffing mix; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Bake, uncovered 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 576mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
LAYERED ITALIAN ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE
Sliced zucchini is layered in a casserole with spaghetti sauce, Neufchatel cheese and Parmesan in this easy-to-make Italian vegetable bake.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Dairy
Time 35m
Yield Makes 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400ºF.
- Cut zucchini into 1/8-inch-thick lengthwise slices. Place on baking sheet. Bake 10 min. Meanwhile, mix Neufchatel, egg, 1/4 cup Parmesan and pepper until well blended.
- Layer half the zucchini in 8-inch square baking dish sprayed with cooking spray, overlapping slices as necessary to cover bottom of dish; cover with half each of the Neufchatel cheese mixture and sauce. Repeat layers. Top with remaining Parmesan.
- Bake 18 to 20 min. or until casserole is heated through and top is lightly browned. Let stand 5 min. before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 380 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 6 g
ZUCCHINI & SAUSAGE STOVETOP CASSEROLE
Gather zucchini from your garden or farmers market and start cooking. My family goes wild for this wholesome casserole. You can grate the zucchini if you'd like. -LeAnn Gray, Taylorsville, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 5-7 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles. Drain and remove sausage from pan., In same pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add zucchini and onion; cook and stir 5-7 minutes or until tender. Stir in sausage, tomatoes, rice, mustard, garlic salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 5 minutes to allow flavors to blend., Remove from heat; sprinkle with cheese. Let stand, covered, 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 26g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 803mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND ZUCCHINI
This goes in the quick and easy category...and yummy too! Serve over cooked rice or pasta.
Provided by Michelle W
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage until the inside is no longer pink. Cut sausage into 1/4 inch slices, and continue cooking until browned.
- Stir in the zucchini, yellow squash, and onion; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Pour in the tomatoes, with liquid. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Cholesterol 44.6 mg, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 1096.8 mg, Sugar 5 g
Tips:
- For crispier zucchini and squash, use a mandoline slicer to get even, thin slices.
- If you don't have a mandoline, use a sharp knife to slice the vegetables as thinly as possible.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the vegetables. Cook them in batches if necessary to avoid steaming them.
- Use a good quality mozzarella cheese. Fresh mozzarella is best, but shredded mozzarella will also work.
- Don't overcook the casserole. The vegetables should be tender but still have a little bit of a bite to them.
Conclusion:
Italian Squash and Zucchini Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make summer dish. It's perfect for potlucks, picnics, or weeknight dinners. The combination of zucchini, squash, tomatoes, and cheese is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new summer recipe, give Italian Squash and Zucchini Casserole a try - you won't be disappointed!
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