Cheesy Zucchini Bake
A deliciously creamy and flavorful casserole that combines fresh zucchini with a gooey cheese blend, perfect as a side dish or light main course.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced If too moist, salt for 10 minutes before rinsing and patting dry.
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Reserve half for topping.
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs For topping.
- optional Fresh herbs For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the zucchinis thinly to ensure even cooking.
- In a large bowl, combine ricotta, half of the mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
Assembly
- In a greased baking dish, start layering the sliced zucchini.
- Spread half of the cheese mixture over the zucchini.
- Add another layer of zucchini and repeat the layering process, finishing with the remaining cheese mixture.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top, followed by the breadcrumbs.
Baking
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- If desired, sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
To enhance flavor, consider adding Italian herbs or smoked paprika. Use different cheese varieties for a custom profile. Always pat zucchinis dry before using to prevent sogginess.