Best 5 Cheesy Vegetable Casserole With Eggplant Recipes

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Are you looking for a hearty and comforting dish that's packed with vegetables and cheesy goodness? Look no further than this Cheesy Vegetable Casserole with Eggplant! This savory casserole features layers of tender eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, and onions, all smothered in a creamy and flavorful cheese sauce. It's the perfect dish for a weeknight dinner, potluck, or holiday gathering.

In addition to the main casserole recipe, this article also includes three other delicious variations:

- Cheesy Vegetable Casserole with Broccoli: This variation adds broccoli florets to the mix for an extra boost of nutrition and flavor.
- Cheesy Vegetable Casserole with Cauliflower: This version uses cauliflower instead of eggplant for a lighter and lower-carb option.
- Cheesy Vegetable Casserole with Sweet Potatoes: This variation adds diced sweet potatoes for a touch of sweetness and extra heartiness.

No matter which variation you choose, you're sure to enjoy this cheesy and flavorful vegetable casserole. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it's sure to be a hit with the whole family.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEESY EGGPLANT CASSEROLE



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I am not real big on eggplant but I cook it for my husband. This dish was thrown together in a hurry and it turned out to be DELICIOUS. I even ate the leftovers.

Provided by Renee' Levins

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 eggplant, peeled and diced
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup dry bread stuffing mix
1 clove garlic, crushed
2 tablespoons diced onion
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place the eggplant in a medium microwave safe dish. Cook, stirring once, in the microwave 5 minutes on High, or until tender. Transfer to a 9x9 inch baking dish. Mix in 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, stuffing mix, garlic, onion, and egg. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Bake 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Top with remaining cheese, and continue baking 15 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.4 calories, Carbohydrate 46.2 g, Cholesterol 91.5 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 1078.3 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

CHEESY VEGETABLE CASSEROLE WITH EGGPLANT



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A combination of eggplant, Cheddar cheese, and other vegetables that marries the flavors into a tasty, colorful, festive casserole with a hint of sweetness.

Provided by woodpqrstu

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Eggplant

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large eggplant, peeled and diced
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1 (28 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons brown sugar, or more to taste
1 teaspoon salt
6 ounces grated sharp Cheddar cheese
⅓ cup fine bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Add eggplant and cook until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and pour eggplant into an 8-inch square baking dish.
  • Melt butter in a 3-quart saucepan on medium heat. Add flour and mix to create a paste. Add tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, brown sugar, and salt and cook over medium to medium-high heat. Stir occasionally until mixture bubbles and thickens, 5 to 10 minutes. Pour mixture over the eggplant in the baking dish.
  • Cover the vegetables in the baking dish with Cheddar cheese and bread crumbs.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until hot and bubbly, 30 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 10.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 840.2 mg, Sugar 11.9 g

EASY CHEESY EGGPLANT BAKE RECIPE (VEGETARIAN CASSEROLE)



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This cheesy eggplant bake recipe is a perfect weeknight dinner - this vegetarian casserole, which feeds a crowd, is loaded with fresh eggplant, baby spinach and fire roasted tomatoes.

Provided by Ali Randall

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1 large eggplant, sliced into 1/2 inch rounds
3 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 small tomatoes, chopped
1 14 ounce can Hunt's Fire Roasted Tomatoes with garlic
1 bunch fresh spinach leaves, cleaned, dried, stems removed
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • Slice the eggplant into 1/2 inch slices and place on a plate. Sprinkle with kosher salt and allow to sweat for 30 minutes. Rinse the slices and blot dry with paper towels.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Layer eggplant slices on a lined baking sheet and drizzle each side with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper. Bake for 10 minutes.
  • While the eggplant is baking, combine the mozzarella, ricotta, and Parmesan in a large bowl and mix well.
  • Next, in a sauce pan over medium heat sauté the onion for about three minutes until caramelized. Add the garlic cloves, chopped tomato and spinach to the pan and stir until the spinach has wilted. Add the Hunt's fire roasted tomatoes to the pan and stir to incorporate. The mixture should be saucy.
  • Increase the oven temp to 425 degrees. Arrange the baked eggplant slices in a rectangular baking dish and pour the tomato mixture on top.
  • Sprinkle the top of the baking dish with the cheese mixture, add pepper to taste and cook for 30-40 minutes or until the casserole is cheesy and bubbly on top.

EASY CHEESY EGGPLANT CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Easy Cheesy Eggplant Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kristiina

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup spaghetti sauce
3/4 cup shredded lowfat mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup fat-free cottage cheese
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
3/4 lb eggplant, sliced 1/2 inch thick

Steps:

  • Grill eggpland on grill for about 5-10 minute or until soft.
  • Spray 8x8 baking pan with non stick spray. Put eggplant on bottom of pan.
  • Spread spaghetti sauce over eggplant.
  • Mix cottage cheese and mozzarella, spread over sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake at 350 for 30-35 min and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.6, Fat 1.8, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 4.7, Sodium 260.9, Carbohydrate 11.2, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 5.3, Protein 5.2

CHEESY VEGETABLE CASSEROLE



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Easy to make and good to eat! Sometimes I like this better with the broccoli cauliflower mixture than with the California blend.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Cheese

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (1 lb) bags california-blend frozen vegetables, thawed, the broccoli cauliflower and carrot blend
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, melted
3/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 1/2-2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup crushed buttery cracker, Ritz
1/4-1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F
  • Grease a 1 1/2 - 2 quart casserole; set aside.
  • Drain off all water from thawed veggies.
  • Place drained, thawed veggies in a large bowl. Add ALL remaining ingredients.
  • Mix everything well.
  • Pour mixture into the casserole dish.
  • Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, seasonal vegetables. This will ensure that your casserole is packed with flavor and nutrients.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables. You want them to be tender but still have a bit of a bite to them.
  • Use a variety of cheeses. This will give your casserole a complex and interesting flavor. A good combination is a hard cheese, such as Parmesan or cheddar, a soft cheese, such as mozzarella or goat cheese, and a creamy cheese, such as cream cheese or ricotta cheese.
  • Season the casserole well. Use a combination of salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices.
  • Top the casserole with breadcrumbs or crushed crackers. This will give it a golden brown crust.
  • Bake the casserole until it is bubbly and golden brown. This usually takes about 30 minutes.
  • Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. This will help it to set and make it easier to cut.

Conclusion:

Cheesy vegetable casserole with eggplant is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with healthy vegetables and cheese, and it is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dinner option, give this recipe a try!

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