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Oven Baked Southwestern Beef and Pepper Bake

Oven Baked Southwestern Beef and Pepper Bake for Cozy Nights

Oven Baked Southwestern Beef and Pepper Bake is a hearty, comforting dish perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 medium Zucchini Adds moisture and bulk.
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers Any variety works beautifully.
  • 1 medium Onion Choose between white or red.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Canned preferred.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Can be replaced with mozzarella.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth Homemade preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Basil Dried basil can be a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Any Italian herb mix will work.

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
  3. Add chopped bell peppers and diced zucchini, cooking for an additional 7 minutes.
  4. Stir in diced tomatoes and vegetable broth, add seasonings, simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Mix in half of the cheese till melted, then remove from heat.
  6. Pour the mixture into the baking dish, top with remaining cheese.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  8. Let cool slightly, garnish with fresh basil, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole can be customized with different vegetables and can be prepared ahead of time.

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