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Vegetarian layered winter bake

Easy Vegetarian Layered Winter Bake That Warms Your Soul

This vegetarian layered winter bake combines seasonal veggies, savory sauce, and melted cheese for a comforting, hearty meal that warms your soul.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Vegetable Layers
  • 1 cup Butternut squash, cubed
  • 2 cups Brussels sprouts, halved
  • 2 large Carrots, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium Red onion, sliced
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Tomato passata
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme
For the Cheese Layer
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 cup Ricotta cheese
Extras & Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red chili flakes Optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheets
  • Saucepan
  • Cooking spoon
  • 9×13 inch dish

Method
 

Steps to Prepare
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Toss butternut squash, sprouts, carrots, and red onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on the sheets and roast until edges are golden brown, about 25 minutes.
  3. While the veggies roast, heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (1–2 minutes), then stir in tomato passata and thyme, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Spread a third of the sauce on the bottom of a 9×13 inch dish. Arrange half the roasted vegetables on top and sprinkle with ricotta and mozzarella.
  5. Add another sauce layer, remaining veggies, and cheeses. Finish with Parmesan sprinkled on top.
  6. Place in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until cheese is melted and the top is golden. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Garnish with fresh thyme leaves for extra aroma, if desired.

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