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Summer Squash Bake

Recipe: Summer Squash Bake
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Large Tomatoes
  • 1 Clove of Garlic
  • 1 Fresh Sprig of Thyme
  • 2 Large Summer Squashes
  • 8 oz. Fresh Mozzarella
  • 1/2 Oz. Parmesan Cheese
  • 1/2 Oz. Fresh Basil
  • 1/2 Cup of Panko
  • 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil
  • Course salt

Method
 

  1. Grate your tomato into a saucepan , crush your garlic and add it to the pan. Then add your a tablespoon of olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  2. Simmer it and cook for about 10 minutes.
  3. Slice the squash into Half Dollar sized slices, brush with olive oil, salt, and pepper then broil on a baking sheet until well browned.
  4. While they are cooking, prep your mozzarella by cutting into thin slices.
  5. Once your squash is cooked, layer a third of your squash onto a baking dish, then add some of your sauce, then the mozzarella, and finally the basil. Try for three layers, then top with your Parmesan cheese and panko crumbs.
  6. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes and enjoy!