ZUCCHINI PARMIGIANAThis dish takes some time to prepare, but the results make all the time and work worthwhile. It is one of those foods that just make you feel like moaning when you taste it.
ZUCCHINI PARMAGIANA
Ingredients:
1 lb hamburger or ground lamb
1 large white onion
1 small green pepper
3 or 4 garlic cloves (pressed)
1 large or 6-7 small zucchinis
2 cans tomato sauce
1 lb mozzarella cheese (shredded)
2 cups Italian flavored bread crumbs
1 - 1 1/2 cups cooking oil
salt and pepper to taste
3 eggs
Meat layer:
Cook hamburger or lamb with onion, garlic and salt and
pepper.
Drain off any excess and discard any excess grease - set
meat aside.
Zucchini layer:
Peel zucchini and slice into 1/4 to 1/2 inch rounds.
Fry in hot oil till browned. Use enough oil so the slices
float and turn them frequently.
Place on brown paper or paper towels to cool and
drain.
Assemble:
Pour one can tomato sauce into 9X9 inch glass baking dish.
Arrange a layer of zucchini.
Add a layer of the meat filling.
Add a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese
Add another layer of zucchini and press down firmly.
Add another layer of cheese.
Add final layer of zucchini and again press down firmly.
Add second can of tomato sauce.
Finally top with remaining cheese.
Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 50 to 60 minutes or until
top is slightly browned. Dish can be further browned under
the broiler just before serving.
** Vegetarian? - Omit the meat or substitute as desired **
