Cheesy Zucchini Bake Dish (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 3 medium zucchinis, approximately 1.5 pounds, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
02 - 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
03 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
05 - 1/4 cup whole milk or light cream
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

# Instructions:

01 - Lay the sliced zucchini rounds in a single layer on paper towels. Sprinkle generously with 1 teaspoon of salt and let sit for 15-20 minutes. Blot both sides thoroughly with additional paper towels to remove excess moisture.
02 - Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish with olive oil.
03 - In a medium bowl, combine shredded mozzarella, shredded Parmesan, milk or light cream, egg, chopped fresh parsley, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir until well blended.
04 - Arrange half of the prepared zucchini slices in a single layer in the baking dish. Spread half of the cheese mixture evenly over the zucchini.
05 - Repeat with the remaining zucchini slices and cheese mixture to create a second layer.
06 - Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. For additional browning, broil for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
07 - Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional fresh parsley, if desired.

# Notes:

01 - Blotting the zucchini slices thoroughly is key to preventing a watery consistency in the final dish.