Love casseroles? You must try these variations
What's the story
Vegetarian casseroles are an ideal way to relish hearty meals without burning a hole in your pocket. These dishes are not just budget-friendly but also loaded with flavors and nutrients. Be it a quick weeknight dinner or something to wow your guests, vegetarian casseroles can be your go-to option. Here, we discover five delicious and affordable vegetarian casserole recipes you can try this month, each with a unique taste experience.
Broccoli delight
Cheesy broccoli and rice casserole
This casserole has the goodness of broccoli, creamy cheese, and rice, making a comforting dish that is filling and nutritious at the same time. The ingredients are simple-broccoli florets, cooked rice, cheddar cheese, milk, and spices. This dish is ideal for leftover rice or vegetables lying around in your fridge. With hardly any prep time needed, it is a perfect dish for busy evenings.
Spicy fiesta
Mexican bean and corn casserole
For all the spice lovers, this Mexican-inspired casserole is just perfect. It is made with layers of black beans, corn kernels, bell peppers, tomatoes, and spices with tortillas or tortilla chips. Top it with cheese and bake until golden brown and it becomes irresistible. This dish gives you protein from beans while keeping costs low by using pantry staples.
Green goodness
Spinach artichoke pasta bake
This pasta bake has spinach leaves and artichoke hearts folded into a creamy sauce and mixed with pasta shells or penne noodles before being baked till bubbly on top. The combination packs in loads of vitamins with fiber-rich carbs, making it filling yet light enough to not weigh you down after a meal. Plus, it's so affordable anyone can have it without thinking about cost constraints.
Hearty comfort
Lentil vegetable shepherd's pie
A twist on traditional shepherd's pie, substituting lentils for meat, makes for an equally satisfying meal at lower expense levels than usual versions would require. Layered mashed potatoes over seasoned lentils mixed alongside carrots, peas, onions, garlic and herbs make up the base layer. Then, it's baked until golden perfection is achieved atop the surface area, ensuring every bite delivers the warmth and comfort needed during the colder months ahead.
Flavor fusion
Sweet potato black bean enchilada bake
Sweet potatoes and black beans, married with enchilada sauce, make a tasty combination in this delicious bake. It will surely appeal to anyone looking for diversity in texture and flavor profiles. Prepared beforehand, it can be kept in the fridge, ready to go when hunger hits. This way, you save time, money, and effort, making it a one-pot wonder today, tomorrow, and forever.