Zucchini Casserole with Creamy Cheese Sauce 🥒🧀✨
"A rich, creamy, and cheesy casserole featuring tender zucchini baked to perfection. Perfect as a comforting side dish or a vegetarian main course!"
Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for a crispy topping)
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
Step 2: Prepare the Zucchini
- Slice the zucchinis into thin, even rounds and lightly season with salt and pepper.
- Arrange them in the prepared baking dish, slightly overlapping the slices in rows.
Step 3: Make the Creamy Cheese Sauce
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