Creamy Vegetable and Mushroom Bake
Ingredients:
Base Mixture:
- Eggs: 4
- Salt: to taste
- Black pepper: to taste
- Cream: 150 ml
- Flour: 50 grams
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Dill: chopped, to taste
For Cooking:
- Vegetable fat: for frying
- Onion: 1, finely chopped
- Garlic: 1 clove, minced
- Carrot: 1, grated
- Pepper: 1, diced
- Mushrooms: 200 grams, sliced
- Cabbage: 1 small head, finely shredded
- Mozzarella cheese: 200 grams, grated
For the Sauce:
- Yogurt: 2 tablespoons
- Mayonnaise: 1 tablespoon
- Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
- Black pepper: to taste
- Dill: chopped, to taste
Instructions:
Prepare the Base Mixture:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
- Mix Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, black pepper, cream, flour, and baking powder until smooth.
- Add chopped dill to the mixture and set aside.
Prepare the Vegetables:
- Cook Vegetables:
- Heat vegetable fat in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent.
- Add the grated carrot and diced pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and start to brown.
- Finally, add the shredded cabbage, cooking until it softens. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Assemble and Bake:
- Combine and Bake:
- In a large baking dish, spread the cooked vegetables evenly.
- Pour the egg and cream mixture over the vegetables.
- Sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
- Combine and Bake:
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the top is golden brown.
Prepare the Sauce:
- Mix Sauce Ingredients:
- In a small bowl, combine yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, black pepper, and chopped dill.
- Mix well and set aside.
Serving:
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Serve slices of the bake with a drizzle of the prepared sauce.
- Garnish with additional fresh dill if desired.
- Serve and Enjoy:
Cooking Tips:
- Uniform Slicing: Ensure all vegetables are sliced uniformly for even cooking.
- Seasoning: Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed, especially the salt and pepper.
Nutritional Benefits:
- Rich in Protein: The eggs and cheese provide a good amount of protein.
- Vegetable Goodness: Packed with a variety of vegetables, this dish is rich in vitamins and fiber.
- Calcium: Mozzarella and cream contribute to your daily calcium intake.
Dietary Information:
- Vegetarian: This dish is suitable for vegetarians.
- Gluten-Free Option: Substitute flour with a gluten-free alternative if needed.
Storage:
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Reheat in the oven at 180°C (356°F) until warmed through.