We have been enjoying fresh local sweet corn for the past month, and zucchini is also in abundance at this time of the year. I combined them in this tasty side dish...a recipe that has become a summertime favorite.
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 2 large zucchini, sliced thin
- 2 cobs sweet corn
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil*
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano*
- 4 eggs
- dash of cayenne
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (Mozzarella, Swiss, Cheddar, Parmesan...use what you have on hand or mix and match to taste. )
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onions, zucchini, and mushrooms and saute.
- Meanwhile, cut the kernels of corn from the cob. Add them to the skillet and continue to saute until the veggies are tender. Remove from heat.
- Add the basil and oregano and stir.
- Beat eggs. Add salt, pepper and cayenne. Stir into sauteed veggies along with the grated cheese (reserving some for topping).
- Pour mixture into a well-greased pie plate (9" or larger), arranging zucchini slices on top.
- Sprinkle with additional cheese and bake for 25 minutes in a 350°F oven (or until set and golden).
- Let stand for about 10 minutes before slicing.

Yum! I made this for breakfast this morning and it is so tasty!
ReplyDeleteI hadn't thought of it as a breakfast dish...but why not? Eggs, veggies and cheese. Perfect choices for breakfast.
DeleteI am makin' this tonight!!!!!
ReplyDeleteJudy - that looks fantastic. Zucchini is growing in my garden and I'm hoping for a good crop soon!
ReplyDeleteThis looks wonderful - and will help use up all the zucchini that's taking over my garden. Thanks, Judy.
ReplyDeleteIf you poured the mixture into a 9 inch un-baked pie shell you could easily turn this into a lovely quiche. Bake the quiche at 350°F for 30 to 40 minutes, until the edges are set but the quiche still jiggles a little in the center. Cool for at least 20 minutes, but ideally overnight. Quiche can be served cold, room temperature, or warmed. If serving warm, heat in a 300°F oven until just warm to the touch. Perfect breakfast or lunch meal when served with a nice crisp salad. enjoy :)
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