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Cheesy Vegetable Bake

A delicious and versatile veggie casserole that combines nutritious vegetables with creamy cheese and a crunchy topping, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar and gruyère)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with olive oil. Blanch the broccoli in boiling water for 2 minutes, then immediately plunge into ice water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  3. Arrange the blanched broccoli, zucchini, and bell peppers in the prepared baking dish. Spread the sautéed onion and garlic mixture on top. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and oregano.
  4. Pour the heavy cream evenly over the vegetables. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  5. In a small bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, remaining cheese, remaining olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Sprinkle over the casserole.
  6. Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the top is golden brown and crispy.

Notes

This casserole can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerated. For a lighter version, substitute milk for heavy cream and reduce cheese by half.

  • Author: mehdilmh
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: veggie casserole, vegetable bake, cheesy bake, side dish, comfort food