Description
This Cheesy Beef & Zucchini Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines seasoned ground beef, fresh zucchini, and a duo of melted cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. It’s a simple yet satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
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 the Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Cook Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add Zucchini and Tomatoes: Stir in sliced zucchini, drained diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to soften the zucchini.
- Assemble Casserole: Transfer the beef and zucchini mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella cheese on top. Add breadcrumbs for a crunchy topping if desired.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve: Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize this casserole by adding your favorite vegetables or spices.
- For a lighter version, use lean ground beef or turkey.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Cheesy Beef Zucchini Casserole, Ground Beef Casserole, Baked Zucchini Recipe
