Sfiggato (Zucchini soufflé)

Servings: 12

Ingredients
  

  •  ½ cup ACAIA or Aeolian Olive extra virgin olive oil
  •  3 lbs shredded zucchini
  • 1 large grated onion
  •  2 cups grated cheese, such as parmesan
  • 1 can chopped tomatoes, drained
  • 1 bunch of parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup  toasted breadcrumbs
  • 6 eggs, beaten
  •  salt, pepper, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Steam or boil shredded zucchini and grated onion until soft and all water has evaporated.
  • Over high heat, pour in the ACAIA or Aeolian Olive extra virgin olive oil and sauté the zucchini, stirring occasionally, for approximately five minutes.
  • Turn off heat and add cheese, tomatoes, parsley, breadcrumbs, salt and pepper.
  •  Whisk eggs and add to the zucchini mixture.
  • Grease an oven-safe casserole with the ACAIA or Aeolian Olive extra virgin olive oil, and pour in the zucchini mixture.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350o F (175o C) for 45 minutes or until the mixture is set and golden brown. If a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, the soufflé is done.