Crispy Zucchini and Potato Pancakes

What you will need:

2 lb russet potatoes, peeled and grated

2 medium zucchini, grated

3 garlic cloves, minced

1⁄4 cup parmesan cheese, grated, plus 1 tablespoon

1⁄4 cup seasoned Italian bread crumbs

1 tbsp Patricia & Paul Mild EVOO

2 egg white, lightly beaten

2 tsp kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning

1⁄4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground, plus extra for seasoning

3 tbsp Patricia & Paul Rosemary EVOO

1 1⁄2 cup mascarpone cheese, at room temperature

Preparation:

Place an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Drizzle some Patricia & Paul EVOO on a baking sheet and using a basting brush, cover the entire pan. Set aside. Lay the potatoes and zucchini on 2 kitchen towels. Bring the corners of the towels together and squeeze out the moisture from the vegetables. Place the vegetables in a large bowl. Add the garlic, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, egg whites, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are combined. In a 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat the Rosemary EVOO over medium heat. Add the vegetable mixture to the pan. Using a spatula, press the mixture evenly into the pan. Drizzle the top with additional Rosemary EVOO and sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese. Cook for 8 minutes or until the edges of the mixture begin to brown. Slide the pancake, cooked side down, onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the top of the pancake starts to brown and the edges are crispy. In a small bowl, beat the mascarpone until smooth and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cut the pancake into 1 1/2-inch squares and arrange on a serving platter. Pipe or spoon the seasoned mascarpone on top and garnish with a few fresh rosemary leaves.