Classic French Broccoli and Zucchini Gratin

Ingredients

Butter

2 tablespoons

Onion

1, finely chopped

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Broccoli

1 large head, cut into florets

Zucchini

2, sliced into rounds

Salt

to taste

Pepper

to taste

Crème fraîche

1 cup

Cheese

1 cup, grated (gruyère or emmental are traditional choices)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. Steam the broccoli florets until they're tender but still have some bite, about 5 minutes. Set them aside.
3. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
4. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until they're soft and golden, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the zucchini slices to the skillet and cook until they're slightly softened, about 5 more minutes.
6. In a baking dish, arrange the steamed broccoli, sautéed zucchini, onions, and garlic.
7. In a bowl, combine the crème fraîche with half of the grated cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
8. Pour the crème fraîche and cheese mixture over the vegetables in the baking dish, making sure they're well coated.
9. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.
10. Bake the gratin in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until it's golden and bubbling.
11. Remove the gratin from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy this classic French comfort food!