Here’s a simple and delicious baked vegetable and cheese recipe:
Baked Vegetables with Cheese
Ingredients:
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 1 cup baby carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli, cauliflower, baby carrots, red and yellow bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes.
- Season Vegetables: Drizzle the olive oil over the vegetables. Add the minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until the vegetables are well coated with the oil and seasonings.
- Bake Vegetables: Spread the seasoned vegetables evenly on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Add Cheese: Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the vegetables.
- Broil: Turn the oven to broil. Place the baking sheet back in the oven for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly with a golden-brown top.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
- Enjoy: Serve warm as a side dish or a main course. Enjoy!
This recipe is versatile, so feel free to add or substitute your favorite vegetables and cheeses.