Kelli's Kitchen

Zucchini Gratin

One word, CHEESE! Honestly who doesn't like cheese, and what's better then veggies buried in
cheese. This time of year I am over run with zucchini and squash. Though zucchini is one of my favorite vegetables I find myself getting tired of the same old recipes. This is so yummy and easy.  The kids even are inclined to taste it, since it is covered in cheese!

Ingredients
1 onion sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 or 3 large zucchini and/or yellow squash thinly sliced
8 oz grated smoked gouda


Directions
Pre-heat oven 450'
Heat olive oil in saute pan over medium high heat. Place onions in oil and saute until soft and translucent. 
While onions are cooking, place zucchini in a baking dish. I arranged mine along the bottom with them slightly overlapping. 
Once the onions are done pour them over the zucchini.
Then spread cheese over top.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes, uncover and continue baking until cheese is golden brown.

Couscous Salad

School is out, the first of two big trips this summer is now behind us and I am back getting ready for the 4th of July! We will be doing what most Americans have planned.  Spending time outside, with friends and family, of course eating, all while enjoying fireworks.  This recipe is quick and goes with everything. It's perfect for a crowd and you won't have to worry about it spoiling in the sun. I put the salad in the endive leaves this time so it was easier for people to eat while standing around, you could also do this with chips or just serve as a side dish.


Ingredients
1 box roasted garlic and olive oil couscous
1 tomato chopped
1 cucumber chopped
1 yellow onion chopped
1 small can of sliced black olives
Juice of one lime
2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup feta cheese
Salt and Pepper to taste


Directions
Cook couscous according to box instructions. Mix all ingredients well and serve. Seriously that easy!