{"id":7024684,"date":"2026-08-03T11:03:13","date_gmt":"2026-08-03T11:03:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/uncategorized\/baked-zucchini-with-bacon-lanas-cooking\/"},"modified":"2026-08-03T11:03:13","modified_gmt":"2026-08-03T11:03:13","slug":"baked-zucchini-with-bacon-lanas-cooking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=7024684","title":{"rendered":"Baked Zucchini with Bacon &#8211; Lana\u2019s Cooking"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden\" style=\"display: none;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-with-bacon-2026-pin2-150x150.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-with-bacon-2026-pin2.jpg\" data-pin-title=\"Baked Zucchini with Bacon\" data-pin-description=\"This Baked Zucchini with Bacon casserole layers zucchini, bacon, and tomato sauce under a golden cracker and Parmesan topping.\" alt=\"Three plates of baked zucchini with bacon, topped with parmesan and cracker crumbs, on a white table.\" class=\"skip-lazy a3-notlazy no-lazyload dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden-inner\" data-no-lazy=\"1\"\/><\/div>\n<div class=\"dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden\" style=\"display: none;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-with-bacon-2026-pin1-150x150.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-with-bacon-2026-pin1.jpg\" data-pin-title=\"Baked Zucchini with Bacon\" data-pin-description=\"This Baked Zucchini with Bacon casserole layers zucchini, bacon, and tomato sauce under a golden cracker and Parmesan topping.\" alt=\"Plated baked zucchini with bacon, topped with crumbs, in front of a casserole dish and pepper shaker.\" class=\"skip-lazy a3-notlazy no-lazyload dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden-inner  dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden-single\" data-no-lazy=\"1\"\/><\/div>\n<p><span id=\"dpsp-post-content-markup\" data-image-pin-it=\"true\"\/><span id=\"dpsp-post-sticky-bar-markup\" data-mobile-size=\"720\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Smoky bacon, tomato sauce, and a golden Parmesan and cracker topping turn plain zucchini into <strong>Baked Zucchini with Bacon<\/strong>, the kind of vegetable side you\u2019ll want to make again and again.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I\u2019m a veggie lover. Always have been. Even back in the day when \u201cmeat and three\u201d was the norm on Southern dinner tables and at country restaurants, I could always make a meal from just the \u201cthree.\u201d<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-post-image perfmatters-lazy\" alt=\"A plate of baked zucchini casserole with breadcrumbs, served on a white dish with more plates in the background.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-feature-2026.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-feature-2026.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-feature-2026-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-feature-2026-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-feature-2026-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-feature-2026-500x500.jpg 500w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A plate filled with summer veggies and some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/easy-hot-water-cornbread\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"59794\">hot water cornbread<\/a> on the side. Well, that\u2019s just about as close to Heaven as you can get in my opinion.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, I gotta tell you. Zucchini just isn\u2019t my favorite. I cook it often enough because I just feel like I should in the summer when it\u2019s plentiful and cheap. But I don\u2019t usually enjoy it very much. It always seems to need something to bump up the flavor, if you know what I mean?<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Something like\u2026bacon! Oh, yeah, of course. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Well, bacon makes everything better, so why wouldn\u2019t it work for zucchini? Oh, it does. It works beautifully to give this casserole that great smoky flavor that everyone loves.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then add to that a coating of tomato sauce, some onions and garlic, and a topping of crushed crackers and Parmesan cheese, and we have a winner of a recipe. If you\u2019re looking for more ways to use fresh summer zucchini, you\u2019ll want to give my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/8-ball-zucchini\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"2898\">Stuffed 8 Ball Zucchini<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/stuffed-zucchini\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"1407\">Baked Stuffed Zucchini Boats<\/a> a try next!<\/p>\n<div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id136891_280825-68 alignnone has-theme-palette8-background-color kt-row-has-bg wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\">\n<div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column136891_3583df-24\">\n<div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id136891_ea791d-39 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\">\n<div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column136891_0da292-b4\">\n<div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-theme-palette-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3abd6574a581c4b67dddbba2149aa56c\" id=\"h-recipe-snapshot-baked-zucchini-with-bacon\">Recipe Snapshot: Baked Zucchini with Bacon<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prep Time:<\/strong> 10 minutes<br \/><strong>Cook Time:<\/strong> 30 minutes<br \/><strong>Total Time:<\/strong> 40 minutes<br \/><strong>Servings:<\/strong> 8<br \/><strong>Cuisine: <\/strong>American<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cooking Method: <\/strong>Oven<br \/><strong>Primary Ingredients:<\/strong> Zucchini, bacon, onion, garlic, tomato sauce, crackers, Parmesan<br \/><strong>Skill Level:<\/strong> Easy<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id136891_00e83e-39 alignfull has-theme-palette9-background-color kt-row-has-bg wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\">\n<div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top kb-theme-content-width\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column136891_33da5c-52 inner-column-1\">\n<div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading136891_eba975-62 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-1-color has-text-color\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading136891_eba975-62\">WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING \u2026<\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading136891_df2722-b2 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading136891_df2722-b2\"><em>\u201cI love zucchini but, yeah, my men, not so much. This dish would be the perfect way to get them to eat it! The bacon and the cheesy crumb crust are great!\u201d<\/em><br \/>\u2014 Jamie<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<nav class=\"wp-block-kadence-tableofcontents kb-table-of-content-nav kb-table-of-content-id136891_6adc8e-0d kb-toc-smooth-scroll kb-collapsible-toc kb-toc-toggle-active\" role=\"navigation\" aria-label=\"Table of Contents\" data-scroll-offset=\"40\"\/>\n<div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id136891_7e0cc0-8f alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\">\n<div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column136891_7c0d63-20\">\n<div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-what-makes-this-recipe-special\">What Makes This Recipe Special<\/h2>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">My baked zucchini with bacon takes everything ordinary about garden zucchini and turns it on its ear. The bacon, onion, and garlic build real flavor, and the tomato sauce ties everything together into something really delightful.<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">The topping of crushed saltine crackers and Parmesan bakes into a golden, savory layer that adds a load of flavor to oftentimes bland zucchini.<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">This is a dish that solves the problem of too much zucchini from the garden without resorting to another loaf of zucchini bread. It comes together fast enough for a weeknight and also works well for a potluck.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredient-notes\">Ingredient Notes<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Bowls of crackers, olive oil, tomato sauce, parmesan, garlic, bacon, onions, zucchini, salt, and pepper on a counter.\" class=\"wp-image-136908 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-ingredients.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-ingredients.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-ingredients.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-ingredients-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-ingredients-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-ingredients-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">This post may contain affiliate links. Lana\u2019s Cooking is reader-supported and earns a tiny commission at no extra cost to you when you shop from our links.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bacon<\/strong> \u2014 I\u2019d choose regular bacon, not thick sliced, for this recipe but either works. Cook it just until it\u2019s done but not fully crisp.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fresh zucchini<\/strong> \u2014 Choose small to medium-sized zucchini with unblemished skin. Smaller zucchini have fewer seeds and less water, which makes for a better-textured casserole. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Tomato sauce<\/strong> \u2014 Plain canned tomato sauce adds the slightly acidic flavor often missing in zucchini recipes. It also nicely complements the smoky bacon flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Saltine crackers<\/strong> \u2014 The crackers, crushed and combined with Parmesan, make an easy pantry-staple topping. They\u2019re inexpensive, and most of us already have a box in the cabinet. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Parmesan cheese<\/strong> \u2014 The finely grated boxed Parm is perfectly fine here. No need to pay the price for real Parmigiano Reggiano for this recipe. Unless, of course, you want to!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id57332_71bd66-36 alignnone has-theme-palette8-background-color kt-row-has-bg wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\">\n<div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column57332_e31043-84\">\n<div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-374f9715 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-bottom:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The complete ingredient list with detailed measurements is included in the <a href=\"#recipe\">printable recipe card<\/a> at the bottom of this post.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-recipe-variations-and-substitutions\">Recipe Variations and Substitutions<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Swap the cheese.<\/strong> Cheddar or mozzarella instead of Parmesan will create a cheesier, more melty finish.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Change the crackers.<\/strong> Try Ritz crackers for a slightly richer, more buttery taste.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use yellow squash.<\/strong> Yellow squash can stand in for some or all of the zucchini.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add protein.<\/strong> Cooked, crumbled Italian sausage stirred into the zucchini mixture takes this from a side dish into a light main course.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-baked-zucchini-with-bacon\">How to Make Baked Zucchini with Bacon<\/h2>\n<div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id136891_2be29f-44 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\">\n<div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column136891_b6e232-c7\">\n<div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" alt=\"Fork and thyme favicon.\" class=\"wp-image-61382 perfmatters-lazy\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:100px;height:100px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/favicon.png\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/favicon.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/favicon.png 250w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/favicon-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/favicon-180x180.png 180w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/favicon-96x96.png 96w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-theme-palette-1-color has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-422e55d304fba711c36f2efe25f894aa\" id=\"h-optional-step-salt-and-drain-the-zucchini\">Optional Step: Salt and Drain the Zucchini<\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-theme-palette-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-06ed33e115dd803a912fb6aeaf23d829 wp-block-paragraph\">For a slightly firmer casserole, toss the sliced zucchini with about a teaspoon of salt and let it sit in a colander in the sink for 20 to 30 minutes, then wipe it dry before adding it to the pan. Alternately, you can briefly rinse the drained zucchini, but you\u2019ll need to dry it quickly and thoroughly before it reabsorbs too much water. The prep and cook times in the recipe are written without this step, so if you do choose to salt and drain, you\u2019ll need to 1) increase the prep time by 20-30 minutes, 2) eliminate the additional salt called for in the recipe, and 3) reduce the cook time by 5-8 minutes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>STEP 1.<\/strong> Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a casserole dish with butter or cooking spray and set it aside.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Chopped bacon pieces cooking in a gray frying pan on a white marble countertop.\" class=\"wp-image-136916 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process1.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>STEP 2.<\/strong> Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until it\u2019s done but not crisp.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Sliced onions, minced garlic, and sour cream on top of cooked bacon in a gray skillet on a marble surface.\" class=\"wp-image-136909 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process2.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process2.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>STEP 3. <\/strong>Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring often, until the onion softens.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"A pan with zucchini, tomato sauce, onions, and bacon, with bowls of salt and pepper on a marble surface.\" class=\"wp-image-136910 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process3.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process3.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process3-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process3-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>STEP 4. <\/strong>Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the zucchini, tomato sauce, salt, and pepper.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Sliced zucchini with tomatoes and onions in a white baking dish on a marble surface.\" class=\"wp-image-136911 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process4.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process4.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process4-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process4-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process4-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>STEP 5. <\/strong>Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"A wooden rolling pin crushing crackers inside a clear zip-top plastic bag on a marble surface.\" class=\"wp-image-136912 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process5.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process5.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process5-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process5-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process5-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>STEP 6.<\/strong> Crush the crackers and combine them with the Parmesan cheese. <strong>TIP:<\/strong> The easiest way to crush crackers is to seal them in a plastic bag and roll over them a few times with a rolling pin. No food processor required.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"A white baking dish filled with a cracker crumb-topped casserole, ready to be baked, on a marble surface.\" class=\"wp-image-136913 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process6.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process6.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process6-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process6-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process6-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>STEP 7.<\/strong> Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the zucchini in the casserole dish.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Rectangular white baking dish with a cracker topping drizzled with olive oil over a layered casserole on a marble surface.\" class=\"wp-image-136914 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process7.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process7.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process7-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process7-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process7-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>STEP 8.<\/strong> Drizzle the top with olive oil or dot it with butter.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Baked casserole with a golden cracker topping in a white dish on a marble surface with a blue checked towel.\" class=\"wp-image-136915 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process8.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process8.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process8.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process8-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process8-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-process8-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>STEP 9.<\/strong> Cover the dish with foil and bake for about 30 minutes, or until it\u2019s hot and bubbly. Remove the foil about 10 minutes before the end of the cooking time so the cracker topping browns nicely.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Baked zucchini casserole with golden cracker topping in a white dish on a marble surface with a towel.\" class=\"wp-image-136921 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-800-horz.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-800-horz.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-800-horz.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-800-horz-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-800-horz-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id136891_bd75e3-47 alignnone has-theme-palette8-background-color kt-row-has-bg wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\">\n<div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column136891_a10ad4-39 inner-column-1\">\n<div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id136891_f1b32f-49 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\">\n<div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column136891_43cc73-43\">\n<div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list custom-counter\">\n<li><strong>Slice the zucchini evenly.<\/strong> Uneven pieces cook at different rates, so some end up mushy while others are still firm. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Watch the last 10 minutes closely.<\/strong> Once the foil comes off, the topping can go from golden to too dark quickly, especially near the edges of the dish. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Let it rest before serving.<\/strong> Give the casserole 5 to 10 minutes out of the oven so it sets up somewhat, making it easier to serve. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Choose a dish that fits the volume.<\/strong> A casserole dish that\u2019s too shallow will make the topping spread too thinly, and one that\u2019s too deep will keep the center from cooking through evenly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-serve\">How to Serve<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This casserole makes a good all-purpose vegetable side for just about any Southern supper. Serve it next to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/savory-pork-chops\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"5496\">braised pork chops<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/real-simple-fried-chicken\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"883\">fried chicken<\/a> for a combination that never goes out of style.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It also holds its own on a covered dish table. Take it to a potluck for a contrast to the typical <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/easy-mashed-potatoes\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"127538\">mashed potatoes<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/old-fashioned-southern-green-beans\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"12956\">green beans<\/a> everyone else brings.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a lighter summer plate, pair it with something cool on the side, like a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/fresh-salad-greens-with-classic-vinaigrette\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"676\">simple tossed salad<\/a> or sliced tomatoes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-store-leftovers\">How to Store Leftovers<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The topping softens as it sits, but the flavor holds up well.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reheat individual portions in the microwave, or warm the whole dish, covered, in a 350-degree oven until heated through.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This casserole doesn\u2019t freeze well. The zucchini breaks down and turns mushy once thawed, and the cracker topping loses its texture completely, so this one is best made and enjoyed while fresh.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"A spoon scooping zucchini casserole topped with a golden, crispy cracker crust.\" class=\"wp-image-136922 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-alt-vertical.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-alt-vertical.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-alt-vertical.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-alt-vertical-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-alt-vertical-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-alt-vertical-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-theme-palette-8-background-color has-background\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-recipes-you-ll-like\">More Recipes You\u2019ll Like<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id34740_d2888b-da alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\">\n<div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column34740_09a868-06 inner-column-1\">\n<div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id34740_e17f4a-1b alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\">\n<div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-right-golden kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-middle\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column34740_0366ef-ab inner-column-1\">\n<div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1293\" height=\"1293\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Lana Stuart.\" class=\"wp-image-105029 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Square1.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Square1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Square1.jpg 1293w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Square1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Square1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Square1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Square1-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Square1-96x96.jpg 96w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1293px) 100vw, 1293px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column34740_8b97e8-52\">\n<div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading34740_b15f02-33 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading34740_b15f02-33\">Have a question or thought to share?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">If you have a question about the recipe or if you\u2019ve made it and want to share how it turned out, I would truly enjoy hearing from you. Just scroll down to leave a comment or add your star rating.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Thank you for stopping by. It means a lot to have you here.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-recipe\">Recipe<\/h2>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-19400\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"19400\" data-servings=\"8\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-net-cutout-template\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-circle\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 4px;border-style: solid;border-color: #ffffff;\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"attachment-200x200 size-200x200 perfmatters-lazy\" alt=\"A plate of baked zucchini casserole with breadcrumbs, served on a white dish with more plates in the background.\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-feature-2026.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-feature-2026-300x300.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-feature-2026-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-feature-2026-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-feature-2026-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-feature-2026-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.lanascooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/baked-zucchini-bacon-1200-feature-2026.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\"\/><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-template-net-cutout-template-container\">\n<div id=\"recipe-19400-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-19400-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"19400\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul style=\"--wprm-advanced-list-background: #8c3010;--wprm-advanced-list-size: 22px;--wprm-advanced-list-text-size: 14px;\" class=\"wprm-advanced-list wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19400-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a casserole dish with either butter or cooking spray and set aside.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19400-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until it is cooked but not crisp. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-19400-0\" data-separator=\"\" data-both-units=\"0\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">6 slices bacon<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19400-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Add the onion and garlic. Cook, stirring often, until the onion is softened.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-19400-1\" data-separator=\", \" data-both-units=\"0\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">1 large yellow or white onion, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-19400-2\" data-separator=\"\" data-both-units=\"0\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">2 cloves garlic<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19400-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Remove the pan from heat and stir in the zucchini, tomato sauce, salt, and pepper. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-19400-3\" data-separator=\", \" data-both-units=\"0\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">4 cups fresh zucchini, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-19400-4\" data-separator=\", \" data-both-units=\"0\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">8 ounces tomato sauce, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-19400-5\" data-separator=\", \" data-both-units=\"0\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">\u00bd teaspoon salt, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-19400-6\" data-separator=\"\" data-both-units=\"0\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">\u00bc teaspoon ground black pepper<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19400-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Pour the zucchini mixture into the prepared casserole dish.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19400-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Crush the crackers and combine with the Parmesan cheese. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-19400-7\" data-separator=\", \" data-both-units=\"0\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">12 saltine crackers, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-19400-8\" data-separator=\"\" data-both-units=\"0\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">\u00bd cup grated Parmesan cheese<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19400-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Sprinkle the cracker and cheese mixture evenly over the zucchini mixture. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19400-step-0-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Drizzle the top with olive oil or dot with butter.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-19400-9\" data-separator=\"\" data-both-units=\"0\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">2 tablespoons olive oil<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19400-step-0-8\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>Cover with foil and bake for about 30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. Remove the cover about 10 minutes before the end of cooking time to allow for better browning.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-19400-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\">\n<ul>\n<li>Cook the bacon until it\u2019s done but not fully crisp. It finishes cooking in the casserole.<\/li>\n<li>For a firmer casserole, toss the sliced zucchini with about a teaspoon of salt and let it drain in a colander for 20 to 30 minutes, then wipe it dry before using. This step is optional. If you use it, eliminate the salt called for in the recipe and decrease the cook time by 5 to 8 minutes.<\/li>\n<li>Crush the crackers in a sealed plastic bag with a rolling pin for the easiest cleanup.<\/li>\n<li>Remove the foil for the last 10 minutes of baking so the topping browns. Watch it closely once uncovered.<\/li>\n<li>Leftovers keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This casserole does not freeze well.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-19400-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-serving_size\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Serving <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">-33<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\"\/><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Calories <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">107<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Carbohydrates <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Protein <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Fat <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Saturated Fat <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Polyunsaturated Fat <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Monounsaturated Fat <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Trans Fat <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.02<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Cholesterol <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Sodium <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">438<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Potassium <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">288<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Fiber <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Sugar <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Vitamin A <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">302<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Vitamin C <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">14<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Calcium <\/span><span 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