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Zucchini_Parm

Zucchini Parmigiana with Frescobene Marinara Sauce

Frescobene Foods
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Course Entree
Cuisine Vegetarian
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large zucchini washed and cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds (about 2 1/2 pounds)
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • salt to taste
  • 5 large eggs
  • 4 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
  • 2 cups vegetable oil For frying, as needed
  • 1.5 lbs mozzarella cheese Cut into thin slices
  • 1 handful fresh basil Leaves only, torn
  • 20 oz Frescobene Marinara Sauce

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350F degrees.
  • Thaw or microwave Marinara Sauce (as directed on the package).
  • In a bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with with salt and pepper.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and season with salt and pepper.
  • Dip each zucchini slice in the egg mixture, and then in the breadcrumbs. Make sure to coat both sides of each slice of zucchini.
  • Arrange them in single layers on a baking sheet(s).
  • In a large skillet, pour enough oil to accumulate about 1/2-inch in the bottom. Heat the oil.
  • Once hot, add a single layer of zucchini to the pan. Cook them until they are golden brown, about 2 minutes on each side.
  • Remove from the oil and transfer to a baking sheet lined with a paper towel so the zucchini can drain as the others cook.
  • Season lightly with salt.

To Assemble:

  • In a 9 by 13-inch baking dish, spoon about 1/4 of the Marinara sauce on the bottom.
  • Top with a layer of the fried zucchini (the zucchini slices can overlap slightly).
  • Spoon sauce over zucchini.
  • Top with about 1/3 of the mozzarella slices.
  • Repeat the layering 2 more times to make 3 layers.
  • Finish with remaining mozzarella.
  • Place the dish in the top part of the oven and cook for approximately 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Once out of oven top with basil.

Notes

Chef’s Note: 
Swap out zucchini for eggplant (courgette's and aubergine's for our English friends) and enjoy yet another delicious meal using Frescobene Sauce! 
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