Zucchini Flats

Yummy, crispy strips of zucchini that can be eaten as an appetizer or side dish. Use larger, at least 7" long, zucchini for this dish.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 3⁄4 cup  grated parmesan cheese
• 2  eggs
• 2  tablespoons flour
• 2  teaspoons  finely chopped parsley
• 3⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 1⁄4 cup milk
• 2  large zucchini, 7 inch long each
•  flour
•  vegetable oil
•  addition grated parmesan cheese

Directions

1. In a shallow bowl, combine 3/4 cup of cheese, eggs, 2 tablespoons flour, parsley, salt, pepper, garlic and milk; whisk or beat until smooth; cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
2. Cut zucchini in half cross-wise, then into lengthwise slices about 1/4 inch thick; lightly dust each piece with flour.
3. Heat about 1/4 cup of vegetable oil in a wide frying pan over medium heat; using a fork, dip each zucchini slice into cheese mixture, thickly coating both sides; place in pan, a few pieces at a time, and cook, turning once, until golden brown on both sides.
4. Drain briefly on paper towels, then transfer to a serving plate and keep warm until all are cooked (add additional oil to pan as needed).
5. Sprinkle to taste with additional cheese and serve.