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Cheesy Ground Beef and Zucchini Casserole Recipe

Cheesy Ground Beef and Zucchini Casserole Recipe
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This Cheesy Ground Beef and Zucchini Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender ground beef, fresh zucchini, and gooey melted cheese. It’s a satisfying meal the whole family will love!

Ingredients

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For the Casserole:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and garlic, cooking until fragrant. Then, add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain any excess grease.
  3. Add the zucchini: Stir in sliced zucchini, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Let it simmer for 5 minutes until the zucchini softens slightly.
  4. Mix in sour cream: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the sour cream until evenly combined.
  5. Assemble the casserole: Transfer the beef and zucchini mixture into the greased baking dish. Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
  6. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Serve: Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious ground beef zucchini dish!

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Keywords: ground beef, zucchini, casserole, cheese, easy, family-friendly

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