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Three Cheese Zucchini Rollatini Recipe

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • - 2 medium zucchinis
  • - Salt
  • - 2/3 cup ricotta cheese
  • - 1/2 cup parmesan cheese divided
  • - 2/3 cup mozzarella cheese
  • - 3 Tablespoons fresh basil chopped
  • - 2 teaspoons fresh oregano chopped
  • - 1 egg
  • - 2 garlic cloves minced
  • - Black pepper to taste
  • - 1/3 cup tomato sauce
  • - 1/2 cup tomato sauce for baking dish
  • - Optional: Italian sausage lemon zest, and other seasonings

Instructions
 

  • Instructions:
  • Preheat your oven to 425°F. Slice the zucchinis lengthwise into 1/8 inch thin pieces using a mandoline or sharp knife.
  • Lay the zucchini slices flat on a baking tray, sprinkle with salt, and bake for 1-10 minutes to help remove excess moisture. Keep an eye on them to avoid overcooking.
  • After baking, remove the zucchini slices from the oven and pat them dry with a paper towel to eliminate any remaining moisture.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1/4 cup of the parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, chopped basil, chopped oregano, minced garlic, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  • Spread 1 tablespoon of the ricotta filling evenly over each zucchini slice. Overlap two slices slightly to create a larger piece for rolling.
  • Carefully roll each zucchini slice from one end to the other and place the rollatini seam-side down in a baking dish.
  • Spread 1/2 cup of tomato sauce on the bottom of the baking dish, then arrange the rollatini on top. Spoon an additional 2 tablespoons of tomato sauce over each rollatini.
  • Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese on top of the rollatini, and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is golden brown and the zucchini is cooked through.
  • For the best results, consider using fresh herbs instead of dried ones to enhance the flavor of your filling. Additionally, high-quality tomato sauce or marinara can make a significant difference in taste.
  • If you're short on time, feel free to prepare the rollatini in advance and refrigerate them until you're ready to bake; just let them come to room temperature before placing them in the oven. Enjoy your cooking!