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Ground Beef Zucchini Casserole Recipe

Ground Beef Zucchini Casserole Recipe
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This Ground Beef Zucchini Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines tender zucchini, seasoned ground beef, and gooey melted cheese for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Zucchini:

  • 2 medium zucchinis (about 2 lbs), sliced into 1/2″ rounds

Beef Mixture:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare Zucchini: Slice zucchini into 1/2-inch rounds and place them in a colander. Sprinkle with salt and toss to coat. Let sit for 15 minutes to draw out moisture.
  2. Rinse and Dry: Rinse zucchini slices thoroughly under cold water, then pat dry with paper towels.
  3. Cook the Beef Mixture: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onions and cook for 2 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and crumble it using a spoon. Continue cooking for about 5 minutes, until it’s browned and fully cooked through.
  5. Season and Simmer: Stir in the drained diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
  6. Assemble the Casserole: Preheat oven to 350°F. Layer half of the beef mixture into an 8×8-inch baking dish, top with half the zucchini slices, and sprinkle with half the mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers.
  7. Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and starting to brown.
  8. Rest Before Serving: Let casserole sit for 10 minutes before slicing to help it set.

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Keywords: Ground Beef, Zucchini, Casserole, Easy Dinner

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