Description
This Cheesy Beef & Zucchini Casserole is a comforting and delicious dish that combines flavorful ground beef, tender zucchini, and gooey melted cheeses. Perfect for a hearty family meal!
Ingredients
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For the Casserole:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Cook beef: Add ground beef to skillet, cook until browned, then drain excess fat.
- Add vegetables: Stir in zucchini, tomatoes, seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until zucchini softens.
- Assemble casserole: Transfer mixture to baking dish, top with cheeses and breadcrumbs.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Casserole, Beef, Zucchini, Cheese, Baked Dish
