Cheesy Zucchini and Turkey Casserole

• Meat

  • 1 lb Ground turkey

• Produce

  • 1/2 cup Basil, fresh
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1/2 cup Onion
  • 1/2 tsp Oregano, dried
  • 1 can Tomatoes
  • 1 1/2 lbs Zucchini

• Baking & Spices

  • 1/2 tsp Paprika, smoked

• Oils & Vinegars

  • 2 tbsp Olive oil

• Dairy

  • 7 oz Kerrygold cheddar, aged

• Other

  • 2 cups Prepared groats (or brown rice, quinoa, etc.

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Description

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 lb ground turkey
• ½ cup diced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1½lbs of zucchini, diced
• 2 cups prepared groats (or brown rice, quinoa, etc.)
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ cup finely chopped fresh basil
• 7 oz Kerrygold aged cheddar, shredded

Directions

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
• Heat a large skillet to medium high heat. Add olive oil and ground turkey. Cook until meat begins to brown.
• Add onion and garlic. Cook 2 minutes until onions begin to soften and garlic is fragrant.
• Add zucchini and cook 3-4 more minutes until zucchini begins to soften.
• Add groats, diced tomatoes, oregano, paprika, basil and ½ of the shredded cheese. Stir until fully combined.
• Pour mixture into a 9X13 baking dish coated in cooking spray. Top with remaining cheese. Cover tightly and freeze for later (defrost before cooking) or bake, uncovered for 20-25 minutes until cheese is bubbly.