Courgette And Rice Gratin (Prov Lt) Recipe

• 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil, may be tripled
• 1 med onion, chopped
• 2 lb courgette or possibly courgettes, finely minced
• 2 x garlic cloves, chopped salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 x egg, plus
• 1 x egg white
• 2 ounce Gruyere cheese Or possibly 1/2-c. grated
• 1/2 c. minced parsley
• 1 1/2 c. cooked arborio rice, see pantry note
• 1 tsp fresh thyme
• 2 Tbsp. fresh bread crumbs
• 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil, may be tripled

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