Baked Vegetable and Cheese Casserole

This Baked Vegetable and Cheese Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish, perfect for a cozy dinner. Packed with colorful vegetables and gooey cheese, it's a delightful blend of flavors that’s simple to prepare and satisfying to eat.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, grated
• Spinach - 100 grams, fresh
• Onion - 1 small, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Thyme - 1/2 teaspoon, dried
• Egg - 1 large
• Milk - 1/4 cup
• Cheddar cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Breadcrumbs - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the zucchini, bell pepper, carrot, and spinach to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt, black pepper, and thyme.
4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg and milk until well combined.
5. In another bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables with the egg mixture, shredded cheddar cheese, and half of the grated Parmesan cheese.
6. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
7. Sprinkle the top with breadcrumbs and the remaining Parmesan cheese.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
9. Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the variety of vegetables.
• Provides a good source of protein and calcium from the cheese.

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