Best 6 Ritz Zucchini Cheddar Casserole Recipes

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"Ritz Zucchini Cheddar Casserole" is a classic comfort food dish that combines the flavors of creamy cheddar cheese, crispy Ritz crackers, and tender zucchini. This beloved casserole is a staple in many households, often served as a main course or side dish. The combination of flavors and textures creates a delightful experience that appeals to people of all ages. This article will provide you with a foolproof recipe for making a delicious and satisfying "Ritz Zucchini Cheddar Casserole", ensuring a culinary success for your next meal."

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ZUCCHINI AND CHEESE CASSEROLE



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My daughter and I love zucchini, and this casserole uses plenty for a hearty fall side dish. For extra color, I add fresh diced tomatoes. -Rachelle Stratton, Rock Springs, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tablespoons butter, divided
6 small zucchini, chopped (about 7 cups)
1 large onion, chopped
1-1/2 cups crushed Rice Chex
1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add zucchini and onion; cook and stir 10-12 minutes or until crisp-tender. Transfer to a bowl; cool slightly., In a microwave, melt remaining butter. Drizzle over cereal and toss to coat., Stir cheese, eggs, salt and pepper into zucchini mixture; transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Sprinkle with cereal mixture., Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 15g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 778mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

ZUCCHINI CHEESE CASSEROLE



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The taste of pizza in this dish-and the goodness of garden produce-makes it a surefire hit with folks of all ages!-Emma Gayle Hageman, Waucoma, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups shredded unpeeled zucchini (about 3 medium)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 large eggs
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup chopped green pepper
2 cans (4 ounces each) mushroom stems and pieces, drained

Steps:

  • Place zucchini in a double thickness of cheesecloth; sprinkle with salt. Let stand for 10 minutes. Gather ends of cheesecloth and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. , In a bowl, combine zucchini, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese and eggs. Press into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20 minutes or until crust is set., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, garlic powder, and oregano; bring to a boil. Spoon over crust. , Top with green pepper and mushrooms; sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Bake 25-35 minutes longer or until heated through and cheeses are melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 19g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 144mg cholesterol, Sodium 848mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE III



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This is very delicious! I like to use fresh vegetables from the market when I make this. It has a juice after it's cooked that is great for dipping bread into.

Provided by TSMOM

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 small zucchini, cut into 1/4 inch rounds
1 onion, sliced
6 tomatoes, sliced
½ pound thinly sliced pepperoni
1 (16 ounce) package small curd cottage cheese
¼ pound shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ pound shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Cover bottom of baking dish with half of the zucchini slices. Layer with half of the onion rings, tomato slices and pepperoni slices. Sprinkle with half of each of the cottage cheese, Cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until zucchini is tender, and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.8 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Cholesterol 76.9 mg, Fat 26.6 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.8 g, Sodium 887.1 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

CHEESY SQUASH CASSEROLE WITH RITZ



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Cheesy squash casserole with crunchy top!! Full of flavor and is a wonderful side dish with any meal. A good Southern dish! I received this recipe from my Aunt Sally who was a great cook!!

Provided by Seasoned Cook

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 medium yellow squash, chopped fine
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
2 eggs
1/3 cup milk
1 cup Ritz cracker, crushed
1/2 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Remove ends of squash and discard. Chop or cut squash into small fine pieces. Add salt to water and boil squash and onion until tender for approximately 15 minutes. Drain well.
  • In a medium size bowl, mix cheese with squash mixture. Beat eggs and stir into milk. Add to squash mixture.
  • Pour one-half of squash mixture into a 2 quart casserole baking dish. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of cracker crumbs over and pour 1/2 of melted butter. Pour remaining squash mixture and repeat with remaining crumbs and melted butter on top.
  • Bake in a 350 degree oven for 25 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.7, Fat 22.5, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 127.9, Sodium 634.2, Carbohydrate 8.9, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 4.2, Protein 8.7

DELICIOUS ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE



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You've got to try this! This is my mom's recipe--it's delicious and easy to prepare! Kids love it, too! The recipe calls for bread crumbs, but we prefer crushed Ritz crackers. Depending on the size of your zucchini, most people can eat two halves.

Provided by MustangMom

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 halves, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 zucchini
1/2 cup butter
2/3 cup grated cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
paprika (to taste)
1/4 cup chopped chives
1 cup breadcrumbs or 1 cup crushed cracker
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Wash zucchini; boil whole for 5 to 10 minutes--no more.
  • Cut off ends and slice in halves lengthwise.
  • Place in single layer in buttered casserole dish.
  • Melt butter and mix in cheddar cheese, sour cream, salt, paprika, and chives.
  • Pour over zucchini.
  • Sprinkle with bread crumbs or crackers and then parmesan cheese.
  • Bake at 350 for 45 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.7, Fat 22.6, SaturatedFat 13.4, Cholesterol 58.1, Sodium 490.5, Carbohydrate 17, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 6.9, Protein 8.5

RITZ ZUCCHINI CHEDDAR CASSEROLE



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This ritz cracker zucchini cheddar casserole is truly addicting! You can use yellow squash and or zucchini. I have made it for gatherings and people who don't usually like zucchini, love it!

Provided by Deb Crane @songchef

Categories     Vegetables

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cup(s) very thinnly sliced zucchini
1/2 cup(s) diced sweet onion
1 - sleeve (about 35 round crackers, like ritz crackers)
1 cup(s) shredded cheddar cheese
2 - eggs, beaten
3/4 cup(s) milk
3 tablespoon(s) butter
- salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large frying pan, saute, in butter, zucchini and onion till soft and transparent. Add salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  • I a large bowl, mix crushed crackers and cheddar cheese. Place 1/2 of cracker/cheddar mixture into sauteed zucchini and onions. (reserving the other 1/2 as the topping.)
  • In a separate medium bowl, whisk the eggs and milk well. Pour this into the zucchini mixture and blend well. I use the same big frying pan to mix all these steps.
  • Place zucchini mixture into a 2 quart baking dish. Top with remaining cracker/cheddar mixture.
  • Bake in a preheated oven at 400 degrees for about 20-25 minutes, until golden brown on top.

Tips:

  • For a crispier topping, use Panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
  • Add a layer of cooked ground beef or sausage to the casserole for a heartier meal.
  • If you don't have zucchini, you can substitute other vegetables, such as broccoli, cauliflower, or carrots.
  • To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and bake it for 30 minutes. Then, let it cool completely and refrigerate it. When you're ready to serve, reheat it in a 350°F oven until it's warmed through.
  • Serve the casserole with a side of sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Conclusion:

The Ritz Zucchini Cheddar Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make casserole that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover zucchini. The casserole is cheesy, flavorful, and has a crispy topping that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy casserole recipe, give this one a try.

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