Ingredients

The following ingredients have 7 Servings
  • 8 to 10 baby or small yellow squash and zucchini (or 3 medium-sized) sliced into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
  • 6 scallions, trimmed and cut into 1-inch lengths
  • 1 large shallot, thinly sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 2 sprigs rosemary, leaves only
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt, plus more to taste
  • 3 tablespoons crème fraîche
  • 2 slices of good whole-wheat toast, crumbled
  • 3/4 cup grated Swiss and Manchego cheese, mixed together
  • Freshly ground pepper

Instruction

  • Place first five ingredients (squash through rosemary) in a buttered gratin pan.
  • Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and sprinkle with coarse sea salt. Toss until everything is coated.
  • Bake at 375° F for 30 to 40 minutes. Squash should be tender but not completely limp.
  • Take the pan out from the oven and toss squash again. Top with with dollops of crème fraîche, then sprinkle on the breadcrumbs and the shredded cheese.
  • Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over the top. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and freshly ground pepper. Return pan to oven and bake until the crust is nicely browned and crisp, about 20 minutes.