Thursday, November 14, 2013

Zucchini Casino

In this creative spin on clams casino, zucchini coins stand in for the bivalves.
  • 1/3 cup coarse fresh breadcrumbs
  • 1/3 oz. finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (1/3 cup using rasp grater)
  • 1 Tbs. minced shallot
  • Kosher salt
  • 1 small zucchini
  • 2 slices bacon

Position a rack 6 inches from the broiler element and heat the broiler on high. In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmigiano-Reggiano, shallot, 1/4 tsp. salt, and 1 Tbs. water.

Slice the zucchini crosswise into fifteen 1/4-inch-thick rounds and arrange in a single layer on a small rimmed baking sheet. Using your fingers, mound the breadcrumb mixture on the zucchini rounds, firmly pinching the mixture so it holds together.

Cut the bacon crosswise into fifteen 1-inch pieces and place on top of the breadcrumbs. Broil until the bacon and some of the exposed breadcrumbs are browned and crisp, about 3 minutes. Serve hot.

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