Smoky Zucchini Casserole

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray; set aside.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan over medium heat until bubbling; whisk in flour until mixture becomes paste-like and light golden brown, about 5 minutes. Slowly whisk in milk to avoid lumps; continue stirring until a smooth, thick sauce forms, about 10 minutes more. Whisk in bouillon, paprika, and thyme. Cool sauce.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Melt remaining 3 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add zucchini and onion; sauté until tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Add carrot; cook 2 minutes more.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Whisk egg into cooled sauce until smooth; fold in Cheddar cheese.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Layer zucchini mixture into the prepared dish; pour sauce over top and lightly stir to coat. Sprinkle panko evenly on top; coat lightly with cooking spray.'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Bake in the preheated oven until panko begins to brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Turn on the broiler and broil until panko is well browned, 2 to 4 minutes more. Set aside before serving for 10 to 15 minutes.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (8 servings total)