Italian Inspired Summer Squash

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or cooking oil of choice), divided
• 1 medium summer squash, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon water
• salt and pepper (optional, to taste)
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil
• 6 tablespoons Parmesan cheese or Romano cheese, grated

‍ Instructions

1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. Using a large, oven-proof frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil on medium-high.
3. Arrange squash in pan, add water, and season lightly with salt, pepper, if using, and basil.
4. Cover and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, or until tender crisp.
5. Sprinkle with cheese and drizzle with remaining oil. Place under a preheated broiler and broil until cheese melts and browns slightly.

Source: USDA / MyPlate