3 lbs zucchini, unpeeled, cut into 1-inch chunks (discard the seedy core if using very large zucchinis)

1 cup low-fat cottage cheese

1 cup shredded Monterey Jack (3 to 4 ounces)

2 eggs or 2 egg whites and 1 egg, beaten

1 tsp dill seeds

1/4 tsp salt, if desired or to taste

1/2 cup dried bread crumbs

1 tbsp butter or margarine, cut up