Ww Beef And Vegetable Cheese Casserole Recipe

Ingredients for Ww Beef And Vegetable Cheese Casserole

• 1 tbsp olive oil (for vegetables and beef)
• 1 lb chopped tomatoes
• 1 medium zucchini, chopped
• Lean Ground Beef
• 1/2 medium onion, chopped
• Garlic Cloves
• Canned Tomato Sauce
• Fat Free Cottage Cheese
• 1 large egg yolk
• Low Fat Cheddar Cheese
• Parsley
• Table Salt
• Black Pepper

How to Make Ww Beef And Vegetable Cheese Casserole

1. Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss 1 lb chopped tomatoes and 1 medium zucchini, chopped, with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
3. Roast vegetables for 10-12 minutes, or until slightly tender.
4. Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb lean ground beef, 1/2 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced. Cook, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until browned.
5. Stir in 1 (24 ounce) jar of tomato sauce and bring to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Spread the beef mixture evenly in a large (9x13 inch) shallow baking dish.
7. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
8. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 (15 ounce) container of cottage cheese, 1 large egg yolk, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp dried basil, salt, and pepper to taste.
9. Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the roasted vegetables and beef mixture in the baking dish. Smooth the top with a spatula.
10. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly around the edges.
11. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting into 6 equal pieces and serving.