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Zucchini Pizza Casserole

Zucchini Pizza Casserole

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What Is Zucchini Pizza Casserole? If pizza night makes your week feel special, this Zucchini Pizza Casserole will quickly earn a permanent spot in your rotation.

  • Total Time: 70 min

Ingredients

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4 cups zucchini, shredded
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 cups pizza sauce
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1-Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C): Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2-In a large bowl, combine the shredded: In a large bowl, combine the shredded zucchini and salt. Let it sit for 10 minutes to release excess moisture.
3-After 10 minutes, squeeze out as much: After 10 minutes, squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the zucchini using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth.
4-In the same bowl, combine the drained: In the same bowl, combine the drained zucchini, eggs, Parmesan cheese, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Mix well to form the crust mixture.
5-Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Press the zucchini mixture evenly into the bottom of the dish to form the crust.
6-Bake the crust in the preheated oven: Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until it is set and lightly browned.
7-While the crust is baking, in a: While the crust is baking, in a skillet, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion over medium heat until the beef is no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
8-Stir in the pizza sauce, green bell: Stir in the pizza sauce, green bell pepper, mushrooms, oregano, garlic powder, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9-Once the crust is ready, spread the: Once the crust is ready, spread the beef mixture evenly over the zucchini crust.
10-Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and all: Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and all of the cheddar cheese over the top.
11-Return the casserole to the oven and: Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
12-Remove from the oven and allow the: Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

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  • Prep Time: 25 min
  • Cook Time: 40 min
  • Method: baked

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350