Vegetable casserole with cheese

4 servings

30 minutes

Vegetable casserole under cheese is a refined dish of Italian cuisine that embodies simplicity and harmony of flavors. Hailing from sunny Italy, it resembles traditional Mediterranean dishes where vegetables play the main role. Tender slices of zucchini, potatoes, and juicy tomatoes baked in a delicate creamy sauce create a rich and velvety taste. The golden cheese crust adds zest and a pleasant crunch. This dish is perfect for both family dinners and festive tables, delighting with a variety of textures and flavors. The casserole can be served on its own or paired with a green salad and a glass of white wine, making it a versatile and sophisticated choice for lovers of Italian cuisine.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 376.1
• Proteins: 11.5g
• Fats: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 27g

Ingredients

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

Cooking steps

1. Slice the vegetables thinly. Grease the bottom of the baking dish with oil and layer the vegetables, adding salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 3 tablespoons
   • Zucchini: 1 piece
   • Tomatoes: 3 pieces
   • Potato: 3 pieces
   • Salt:  pinch

2. We make the sauce. For this, we fry the flour with butter, add milk while stirring continuously, and cook until thickened.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 2 tablespoons
   • Butter: 3 tablespoons
   • Milk: 2 tablespoons

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

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 1 piece
   • Salt:  pinch
   • Cheese: 100 g

4. Bake for 30 minutes until golden brown.