Tomato Crouton Casserole
Transform your love for comfort food with this irresistible Tomato Crouton Casserole, a savory fusion of juicy cherry tomatoes, crispy cubed bread, and a golden blanket of melted Parmesan and mozzarella cheese. Bursting with the flavors of Italian seasoning, garlic, and fresh basil, this baked casserole is elevated with a drizzle of tangy balsamic vinegar for a sophisticated finish. Ready in just 50 minutes, it's an easy-to-make delight that's perfect as a hearty side dish or a satisfying vegetarian main course. With its rich textures, vibrant colors, and crowd-pleasing flavors, this recipe is destined to be a centerpiece at your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 cups Day-old bread (cubed)
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the bowl of tomatoes along with olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Toss to combine.
Add the cubed bread to the bowl and toss everything together until the bread is evenly coated in the tomato mixture.
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with a little olive oil or cooking spray. Transfer the tomato and bread mixture into the dish, spreading it out evenly.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the mixture, followed by the shredded mozzarella cheese.
Cover the casserole loosely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Drizzle the top with balsamic vinegar and sprinkle with fresh chopped basil.
Serve warm as a side dish or main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2661 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.8 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.4 g | 227% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 183 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 7322 mg | 318% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 282.9 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.7 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.5 g | ||
| Protein | 124.7 g | 249% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2389 mg | 184% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 2323 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
