Zucchini Flan

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 375.
2. 2
   Bring a large pot of salted water to boil.
3. 3
   Add zucchini and blanch for 1 minute.
4. 4
   Drain and spread zucchini out to cool on a towel.
5. 5
   Season lightly with salt and pepper.
6. 6
   Beat eggs and milk with 1/2 teaspoon salt, then add nutmeg, thyme and basil leaves.
7. 7
   Butter a 2-quart low-sided baking dish, and arrange blanched zucchini over bottom.
8. 8
   Scatter cheese over zucchini, then pour in custard.
9. 9
   Bake for 30 minutes or until custard is still a bit jiggly, but an inserted knife comes out clean.
10. 10
    Cool to room temperature before serving.