Zucchini casserole ii –Yo, let’s talk about this delicious Zucchini Pizza Casserole! If you got zucchini coming out of your ears, then this is the perfect dish for you. It’s got all the pizza goodness we love, but with that healthy veggie twist. Trust me, you won’t even miss the crust. Let’s dive in!
Zucchini Pizza Casserole
This dish is not just for pizza night; it’s so versatile that you can enjoy it any day of the week. So, grab your ingredients and let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat with the chopped onion until it’s fully cooked. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into the skillet. Stir well to combine the flavors.
- In a large baking dish, layer half of the sliced zucchinis at the bottom.
- Pour half of the meat sauce mixture over the zucchini. Then, add a layer of bell peppers.
- Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese on top of the bell peppers.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining zucchini, meat sauce, bell peppers, and finish with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for about 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh basil before serving.
And there you have it! A mouth-watering Zucchini Pizza Casserole that’s sure to satisfy your pizza cravings while keeping things healthy. Serve it up to your crew, and watch them go back for seconds!