Cheesy Veggie Potato Bake for Cozy Family Comfort

Enjoy a comforting Cheesy Veggie Potato Bake filled with tender potatoes, melted cheese, and vibrant vegetables. Perfect for family gatherings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1 20

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 1 45

Servings: 6 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Comfort Food

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Bake

4 cups Potatoes Chopped; can use sweet potatoes.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with any neutral oil.
1 medium Red Bell Pepper Substitute with any type of bell pepper or zucchini.
1 medium Red Onion Can replace with yellow onion or shallots.
8 ounces Chestnut Mushrooms Any variety of mushrooms can be used.
3 cloves Garlic Mince to taste.
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved; can use diced regular or canned tomatoes.
2 cups Kale Chopped; can substitute with spinach or Swiss chard.
1 cup Frozen Peas Any frozen vegetables can be swapped.

For Flavoring

2 teaspoons Mixed Dried Herbs e.g., Herbs de Provence.
1 teaspoon Fennel Seeds Omit if unsure of taste.
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Sweet paprika can be an alternative.
2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Red wine vinegar can be used instead.

For the Cheesy Topping

1 cup Grated Parmesan Nutritional yeast works for a vegan option.
4 ounces Goat Cheese Substitute with feta cheese if needed.
2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Any melting cheese blend will also work.

Equipment

Oven
Casserole Dish
Mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
Combine chopped potatoes with olive oil and salt in a casserole dish and roast for 20–30 minutes until fork-tender and golden.
Marinate chestnut mushrooms in balsamic vinegar and half of the minced garlic for 10 minutes.
Stir the marinated mushrooms, red bell pepper, and red onion into the roasted potatoes with mixed herbs and spices. Bake for another 20 minutes.
Mix in frozen peas, cherry tomatoes, and chopped kale. Top with grated Parmesan.
Add dollops of goat cheese and top with mozzarella. Bake for another 15 minutes until the cheese is golden and melted.
Allow the bake to cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure to chop potatoes uniformly for even cooking and mix herbs thoroughly to avoid flavor pockets.

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