6 slices stale bread
2 lg. zucchini, sliced into rounds (3/4 lb.)
3 to 4 large tomatoes, sliced
6 oz. Cheddar cheese
1 stick butter
1 tbsp. basil
Salt

Cut bread in cubes and pour melted butter over them. Slice zucchini and sprinkle with salt. Leave 30 minutes; rinse and pat dry. Butter casserole and layer zucchini and tomatoes. Sprinkle basil and a little sugar. Add sliced Cheddar and bread cubes. Add another layer of zucchini and tomatoes (basil and sugar), cheese and bread. Bake at 375 degrees for 1 hour. Great in late summer as a main dish with salad and bread.