Tomato-Zucchini Casserole

A simple tomato-zucchini casserole that highlights the flavors of fresh vegetables. It is an easy yet comforting side to serve with any meal.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 55 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
• Calories: 460 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced
• 5 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup butter
• 0.5 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.33333334326744 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1.5 cups grated Cheddar cheese
• 0.75 cup fine bread crumbs

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly butter a 9x9-inch pan.

Step 2

Combine Cheddar, Parmesan, garlic, oregano, and basil in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper, and set aside.

Step 3

Arrange 1/2 of the zucchini slices in the pan. Sprinkle 1/4 of the cheese and herb mixture on top. Arrange 1/2 of the tomatoes and top with another 1/4 of the cheese mixture. Repeat layers.

Step 4

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in onions and cook until soft and translucent. Stir in bread crumbs; cook until they have absorbed the butter. Sprinkle on top of casserole.

Step 5

Cover loosely with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake until the top is crusty and vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.