Cheesy & Delicious: Try This Loaded Zucchini Casserole Recipe

Summary:

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Loaded Zucchini Casserole! Packed with tender zucchini, crispy bacon, and a rich cheese sauce, it's the perfect savory dish for any meal. Follow the easy steps to make this creamy, satisfying casserole at home!

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Loaded Zucchini Casserole

This creamy zucchini casserole is loaded with tender zucchini and crispy bacon, all coated in a savory cheese sauce. To avoid a watery casserole, make sure to press the zucchini slices with paper towels to absorb any excess moisture before baking.

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • 4 medium zucchini, thinly sliced (about 7 cups)

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 3/4 cup whole milk

  • 2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream

  • 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1 large egg, beaten

  • 1/2 cup cooked and finely crumbled bacon (3 slices), divided

  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly coat an 8-inch-square baking dish with cooking spray.

  2. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini; cook, stirring occasionally, until very soft, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a colander; let drain for 5 minutes to drain. Press dry with paper towels.

  3. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour; cook, whisking constantly, until thickened into a paste, about 15 seconds. Slowly whisk in milk and sour cream, about 1 tablespoon at a time, until combined and smooth. Cook over medium-high heat, whisking often, until bubbling around the edges, about 1 minute. Stir in 1 cup Cheddar, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, pepper and salt; cook, stirring, until smooth, about 1 minute. Remove from heat. Whisk in egg until combined.

  4. Transfer the zucchini to the prepared baking dish. Pour the cheese sauce over the zucchini; sprinkle with 1/4 cup bacon and the remaining 1/2 cup Cheddar.

  5. Bake until the cheese is melted and bubbling, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle with scallions and the remaining 1/4 cup bacon. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.