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Cheesy Zucchini Delight with Sour Cream Topping 🧀🥒
Zucchini With Sour Cream Topping Recipe 🥒🧀
Preparation Time: 2 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 17 minutes
Servings: 6
Description:
Indulge in the delightful combination of tender zucchini, creamy sour cream, and melted sharp cheddar cheese with this recipe straight from Knudsen’s. It’s a quick and easy dish perfect for busy weeknights or as a flavorful side for any meal. Just make sure your sour cream is at room temperature to prevent any unwanted curdling when spreading it over the hot zucchini.
Ingredients:
- 8 zucchinis
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Wash and trim the ends from the zucchinis. |
| 2 | In a pot of boiling salted water, cook the whole zucchinis until tender, approximately 10 minutes. |
| 3 | Once cooked, remove the zucchinis from the water and place them on a clean surface. |
| 4 | Brush melted butter over the zucchinis and arrange them in a single layer in a baking dish. |
| 5 | In a bowl, blend salt and pepper into the sour cream until well combined. |
| 6 | Spread the seasoned sour cream evenly over the zucchinis. |
| 7 | Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese over the sour cream-topped zucchinis. |
| 8 | Preheat your broiler. |
| 9 | Place the baking dish under the broiler and broil until the cheese is melted and begins to brown, keeping a close eye to prevent burning, approximately 3-5 minutes. |
| 10 | Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool for a minute. |
| 11 | Serve the zucchinis with sour cream topping immediately, and enjoy the delicious blend of flavors! |
Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Calories: 179.1
- Fat Content: 15.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 9.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 36.9mg
- Sodium Content: 121.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 7g
- Fiber Content: 1.7g
- Sugar Content: 2.8g
- Protein Content: 5.5g
Keywords:
Low Protein, Broil/Grill, Less Than 30 Minutes, Oven, Stove Top
Recipe Notes:
- For a richer flavor, you can opt for full-fat sour cream.
- Experiment with different types of cheese, such as mozzarella or Gruyère, for unique variations.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or chives for added freshness and color.
