Southern-style vegetable casserole

4 servings

40 minutes

Southern-style vegetable casserole is a cozy and hearty dish infused with the spirit of home cooking. Its roots trace back to European casserole traditions, where vegetables reveal their flavors under a delicate sauce and a golden cheese crust. The rich creamy aroma of the sauce harmonizes with the natural sweetness of tomatoes, the softness of potatoes, and the light freshness of zucchini. Each piece carries the warmth of home and simplicity combined with sophistication. The casserole is perfect for family dinners or light lunches, remaining a versatile dish for everyday use. It can be served as a standalone treat or as a side dish to meat and fish dishes.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 369.7
• Proteins: 11.2g
• Fats: 24.6g
• Carbohydrates: 26.5g

Ingredients

• Tomatoes: 3 pc
• Potato: 3 pc
• Butter: 3 tbsp
• Wheat flour: 2 tbsp
• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Salt: to taste
• Cheese: 100 g
• Zucchini: 1 pc

Cooking steps

1. We cut the vegetables into thin slices.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 3 pieces
   • Potato: 3 pieces
   • Zucchini: 1 piece

2. Grease the bottom of the baking dish with oil and layer the vegetables, adding salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 3 tablespoons
   • Salt:  to taste

3. Cooking the sauce: fry the flour with butter, add milk while stirring continuously, and cook until thickened.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 2 tablespoons
   • Butter: 3 tablespoons

4. Remove from heat, add the egg while whisking well, and season the sauce with salt. Pour the sauce over the vegetables. Sprinkle with cheese.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 1 piece
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Cheese: 100 g

5. Bake for 30 minutes until golden brown.