Zucchini Pancetta Saute Food

ZUCCHINI AND GRUYERE FRITTATA SQUARES

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 12-by-18-by-1-inch sheet pan with olive oil.
• Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large (12-inch) saute pan over medium heat. Add the pancetta and saute for 5 minutes, until it begins to brown. Add the leeks and saute for 5 minutes, until tender. Add the zucchini and thyme and saute for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender.
• Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Stir in two-thirds of the Gruyere and the basil.
• Pour the zucchini mixture in an even, well distributed layer into the prepared sheet pan. Pour the egg mixture over the top and sprinkle with the remaining Gruyere. Shake the pan to evenly distribute the egg mixture. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until puffed and just set in the center. Allow to sit at room temperature for 5 minutes. Cut the frittata into 30 equal size squares, sprinkle with salt, garnish with the julienned basil and serve hot, warm or at room temperature.

ZUCCHINI SAUTE

Steps:

• Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute onion with salt and pepper for 2 minutes. Stir in zucchini and mushrooms. When zucchini begins to soften, add tomatoes, garlic and Italian seasoning. Cook until heated through.

ITALIAN ZUCCHINI SAUTE

Steps:

• Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion and cook until tender. Mix in tomatoes with juice and zucchini. Season with Italian seasoning and salt. Cook and stir until zucchini is tender. Mix in sugar and adjust seasonings to taste.

ZUCCHINI PANCETTA SAUTE

Steps:

• Chop the pancetta slices and cook in a small skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain bits on paper towels.
• In a larger skillet, melt butter.
• Saute zucchini in butter for 3-4 minutes. Add cheese, pancetta, salt and pepper.
• Combine and serve warm.

ZUCCHINI WITH PARMESAN

Steps:

• Remove the ends of the zucchini and, if they are large, cut in half lengthwise. Slice the zucchini diagonally in 1/2-inch slices. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large (12-inch) saute pan and add the onions. Cook for 10 minutes on medium-low heat, until they start to brown. Add half the zucchini, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper to the pan and cook, tossing occasionally, for 10 to 15 minutes, until just cooked through. Sprinkle with Parmesan and cook for 30 seconds more. Remove to a serving platter and repeat with the rest of the zucchini. Serve immediately.
• Note: If you cook too much zucchini in one pan, you end up steaming rather than sauteing it. I prefer to cook it in 2 batches.

ITALIAN VEGETABLE SAUTE

Steps:

• Cut broccoli and cauliflower into bite sized pieces. Peel and slice broccoli stalks and cut into 1/4 inch thick coins. Steam or boil for 3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
• in large saute pan, saute onion and garlic in butter and oil for 2 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons of water, snow peas, broccoli and cauliflower to pan. Sprinkle with seasoning blend, toss to distribute seasonings, cover and saute an additional 5 to 7 minutes.
• When vegetables are heated through and still tender crisp add 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese.
• Season to taste with salt & pepper. Toss and serve hot.

SUMMER VEGETABLE SAUTE

Steps:

• In a large skillet over medium heat; melt the butter with the oil.
• Add in the onion, garlic, bell pepper, mushrooms, and zucchini; stir/saute for 5 minutes.
• Add in the corn, salt, pepper, and basil; saute about 5 minutes or until the vegtables are tender; serve immediately.