Cheesy Zucchini Casserole

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 lbs zucchini, grated
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1 (10.75 oz) can cream of celery soup
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup bread crumbs
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the zucchini, onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper.
3. Stir in the cream of celery soup, milk, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
4. Spread the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
5. Bake for 45 minutes, or until the casserole is golden brown and bubbly.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 220 per serving (1/8th of the dish)
• Fat: 11g
• Protein: 9g
• Carbohydrates: 24g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and cheesy
• Packed with vegetables
• Comforting and flavorful
• Perfect for a side dish or main course

User Comments:

• "This casserole is absolutely delicious! It's so cheesy and flavorful."
• "I love that this recipe uses zucchini. It's a great way to get some extra vegetables in my diet."
• "This casserole is so easy to make. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To prevent the casserole from becoming watery, use a colander to drain any excess moisture from the zucchini before grating it.
• For a crispier topping, sprinkle the dish with additional bread crumbs before baking.
• To save time, you can use pre-shredded cheese.