stuffed zucchini flowers

Description

This is exceptionally tasty, very impressive and introduces a lot of people to something they don't usually eat.... the zucchini flower.  Which comes in male and female, by the way.

Ingredients

12 zucchini flowers
1⁄2cbreadcrumbs
1⁄4cparmesan
1clvgarlic, minced
1 egg, beaten
2Tbutter (enough to sauté)

Notes

These are great as appetizers or a side dish.  They are subtle and rich so I usually plan for about 2 flowers per person.  You can find them, seasonally, at your farmer's market.

Instructions

Combine breadcrumbs, garlic, and parmesan in a bowl.  Beat an egg and blend together with other ingredients.  It should be of a doughy consistency.  If not, add another egg.  Stuff the flowers. (you may have to pry them open, delicately...) Sauté in a healthy amount of butter on medium heat.  When they are a beautiful golden brown, they're done.

Cooking time: 
5 minutes
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