Eat Clean Cheesy Zucchini Bake

I really enjoy squashes like zucchini and yellow squash but sometimes I'm looking for something a little different then simply steamed veggies.  This is a super yummy and healthy crowd pleasing veggie recipe.  With the melted cheese, my kids will usually at least try a bite and maybe more if I'm lucky! 

Eat Clean Cheesy Zucchini Bake
(Makes 4-6 servings; recipe adapted from Penzeys)

Ingredients:
2 medium-sized zucchini, cut in slices 
2 medium-sized yellow squash, cut in slices 
2 T chopped fresh basil 
2 T sliced green onion
1/2 tsp. dried thyme
3/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese 
1/4 cup coarsely grated Parmesan 
salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350F.  Spray an 8" x 8" baking dish with non-stick spray.  Wash the squash and cut in slices.  Wash basil, dry with paper towels and finely chop.  Slice green onions.

Combine the sliced squash, chopped basil, sliced green onions, dried thyme, garlic powder, and 1/4 cup Mozzarella cheese and stir together until the veggies are coated with cheese and the herbs are well-distributed.  Season with salt and fresh ground black pepper.  Put the mixture in the baking dish and bake uncovered for about 25-30 minutes.

When the zucchini is nearly cooked through, take the casserole dish out of the oven and sprinkle over the remaining 1/4 cup of grated cheese and 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese.  Put the dish back in the oven and bake 10-15 minutes longer, or until the cheese is melted and nicely browned and zucchini is fully cooked.  Serve hot.