Fried Zucchini with Parmesan

One medium sized zucchini or summer squash (just right for 2 people).
1 tbsp. olive oil
1 tsp. butter
1/4 tsp. Italian seasoning (or just garlic and basil if you don't have the premixed kind)
1/4 tsp. black pepper
pinch salt (to taste)
1/4 C. freshly grated parmesan

Slice squash into manageable pieces that will fit well into your skillet.  If the squash isn't too seedy, you can leave the seeds. I like a few seeds, but if the squash is a big old thing, you can remove some of the seeds.  Heat butter and olive oil in medium skillet over medium-high heat.  Place sliced squash in pan, sprinkle with seasonings.  Brown (and I mean brown, not tan mush, you know?) on one side, then flip.  Sprinkle with grated parmesan and finish browning.
Serve while hot.

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