Summer Squash Gratin

Name: Summer Squash Gratin
Yield: Serves 6 to 8
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons, unsalted butter, softened, plus 4 tablespoons melted; 2 , onions, halved and sliced thin; , Salt and pepper; 3 , garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon, minced fresh thyme; 1/2 cup, dry white wine; 1/2 cup, pitted kalamata olives, chopped fine; 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil; 1 1/2 pounds, zucchini, sliced 1/4 inch thick; 1 1/2 pounds yellow, summer squash, sliced 1/4 inch thick; 1 cup, panko bread crumbs; 2 ounces, Parmesan cheese, grated (1 cup)

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Appears in Cook's Country June/July 2013

Summer squash is mostly composed of water. So how could we turn it into a casserole that wasn’t wet and bland?

SERVES6 to 8

TIME1½ hours

WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS

Watery, bland summer squash is the bane of a crisp, flavorful gratin. To drive off moisture, we microwave the squash with salt, drain it well, and pat it dry. A layer of browned onions, garlic, thyme, and salty olives boosts flavor, and a f...

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