MOM'S EASTER POTATO-ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE

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This is an easy make-ahead crowd pleaser to accompany a ham or roast. Don't tell the kids there's zucchini in it and they will never know! I always double the recipe since it goes fast. Broccoli can be substituted for the zucchini.

Provided by Karen Delegan

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cubed
½ cup shredded Swiss cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 cups frozen country-style (cubed) hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 zucchini, shredded
1 tablespoon butter, melted
¼ cup dried bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Grease an 8x10-inch casserole dish.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large pot over medium heat; stir in flour until smooth and let the paste simmer for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Gradually whisk in milk, about 1/2 cup at a time, and bring to a simmer. Whisk constantly until sauce is smooth and thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Whisk in cream cheese and Swiss cheese until melted; stir in salt and nutmeg.
  • Mix hash brown potatoes and zucchini into the cheese mixture until thoroughly combined.
  • Transfer potato mixture to the prepared casserole dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 35 minutes.
  • Mix 1 tablespoon melted butter and bread crumbs together in a bowl. Sprinkle topping over the casserole and return to oven; bake until topping is lightly golden brown, 10 to 15 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20.1 g, Cholesterol 71.1 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.7 g, Sodium 631.3 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

Melneka Bowers
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I love the crispy breadcrumb topping on this casserole.


The Lew
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover ham or turkey.


Mehran TV, goal come Mehran
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I'm always looking for new potato casserole recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. It's so delicious and easy to make.


Ely Reese
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This casserole is so versatile. You can add different vegetables, cheeses, or meats to change up the flavor.


Muskan Ranamagar
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I love that this casserole is made with healthy ingredients. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Danni Seruntine
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This casserole is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Ntsako Simango
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I've never made a potato casserole before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. It turned out great!


Sr Miraj
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Florence Mathebula
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This casserole is so cheesy and flavorful. I love the combination of potatoes and zucchini.


Faisal Verified
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I made this casserole for a potluck, and it was a huge hit. Everyone asked for the recipe.


Ram babu Sah
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover potatoes and zucchini.


AMAR MIF
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This casserole is so easy to make. I love that I can just throw everything in a baking dish and let it bake.


Amar Waleed
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I love that this casserole is made with fresh zucchini. It gives it a light, summery flavor.


Entertenment King
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This casserole is so delicious and comforting. It's the perfect dish for a cold winter day.


Chloe Brown
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I've made this casserole several times now, and it's always a winner. It's easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


PUBG LITE Player
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This casserole was a hit at our Easter brunch! Everyone loved the creamy, cheesy potato and zucchini filling, and the crispy breadcrumb topping was the perfect finishing touch.