Preheat oven to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C.
Sweat 14 ounces zucchiniArrange slices on paper towels and lightly sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 10 minutes, then blot with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
14 ounces zucchini
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in large frying pan over medium heat. Add 1 yellow onion and 2 cloves garlic and sauté until soft.
2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 yellow onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey, 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon sea salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, 1 clove garlic
Add 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey, 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon sea salt, and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper. Stir together and cook until lightly browned.
Stir in 4 tablespoons tomato paste and 3 tablespoons water until well combined. Reduce temperature to medium-low and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4 tablespoons tomato paste, 3 tablespoons water
In medium saucepan, combine 1½ cups heavy whipping cream, half of shredded cheese, and 1 clove garlic. Simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce to medium-low and cook, stirring continuously, for about five minutes or until thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
1½ cups heavy whipping cream, 2 cups mozzarella cheese, salt and pepper to taste
In 9x13-inch baking dish, layer half of meat sauce on bottom. Spoon some of cheese sauce over meat, then top with single layer of zucchini slices. Repeat layers, finishing with remaining cheese sauce and final sprinkle of cheese on top.
2 cups mozzarella cheese
Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until cheese is golden and bubbly. Let rest for 15 minutes before serving.