CASSIES ITALIAN ZUCCHINI BAKE

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I needed to use up some veggies before they went bad, so this layered casserole is what I came up with...my family loved it! I hope you'll give it a try... Enjoy! All photos are mine

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Side Casseroles

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 Tbsp each, olive oil and butter
med red onion, sliced thin
2 - 3 clove garlic, minced about 1 tablespoon
3 small - medium zucchini, sliced thin
6 roma tomatoes
oregano dried to sprinkle each later
salt & fresh ground pepper for each layer
fresh parsley, chopped for each layer
red pepper flakes - optional
1/2 c grated parmesan cheese - divided
11 slice mozzarella cheese
1/2 c ricotta cheese, divided

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375 degree F. In a 9 x 13 baking dish, spray with non stick cooking spray. Set aside. In a skillet add oil and butter; saute onions and garlic for a few minutes, not until browned - just enough to sweat the onions.
  • 2. Now,cover the bottom of casserole dish with zucchini, layer a little if you must, to cover. Next, add a layer of tomatoes.
  • 3. Sprinkle with half the grated parmesan, some chopped parsley, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, oregano, half the onion and dollop with 1/2 the ricotta cheese.
  • 4. Take 5 slices of mozzarella and slice on in half. Place 4 whole slices of cheese in all four corners of dish and take the 2 half slices and place in center.
  • 5. Repeat layers again and top with remaining 6 slices of cheese.
  • 6. Bake for 45 - 50 minutes until bubbly and cheese is golden. Leave set for about 5 minutes and serve.
  • 7. Leave set for about 5 minutes and serve.

Pete Wass
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I've made this zucchini bake several times and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to serve for a potluck or party.


Chizoba Clinton Ogu
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This recipe is a keeper! It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Ibis Gomez
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this zucchini bake. It was cheesy, flavorful, and the zucchini was cooked perfectly.


Ali Talpur
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This zucchini bake was a great way to use up some extra zucchini from my garden. It was easy to make and tasted delicious.


Regina Ardin
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I'm not a huge fan of zucchini, but this recipe was a game-changer. I loved the cheesy, flavorful sauce.


MD.rokibul Islam
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Wow! This zucchini bake is amazing. The flavors are incredible and it's so easy to make.


pel Star
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This was a delicious and easy dish to make. I will definitely be making it again!


Alinaitwe Brian (Baron)
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So yummy! I love that this recipe is a great way to use up zucchini from my garden.


Algenita Perry
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This recipe was easy to follow and the bake turned out perfectly. The zucchini was tender and the sauce was creamy and flavorful.


Carolyn Brown
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I added some chopped spinach and mushrooms to the zucchini bake and it was even better! It's a great way to get your veggies in.


IGABE Comedian
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This was a delicious and easy weeknight meal. The zucchini was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I served it with a side of crusty bread.


oyinlola olawale
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! My husband and kids loved it. Will definitely make this a regular dish in our rotation.


kashif shafi
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I'm not usually a fan of zucchini, but this recipe changed my mind. It was cheesy, flavorful, and the zucchini was cooked perfectly. Will make again!


saraiki poetry
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This zucchini bake was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.