This Vegetable Bake is a cozy and nutritious dish featuring tender pumpkin, chickpeas, and a blend of sautéed vegetables all topped with melted cheese. It’s perfect as a main course or a side dish and brings together the warmth of seasonal produce with a rich, cheesy finish. Ideal for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or a simple, healthy family meal.

Preparation Time:

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Ingredients
For the Vegetable Bake:
400 g pumpkin, peeled and diced
1 onion, finely chopped
3 cloves of garlic, minced
1 carrot, grated or diced
1 pepper (any color), chopped
3 tomatoes, chopped
7 mushrooms, sliced
100 g chickpeas (cooked)
150 g cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan), grated
100 ml milk
3 eggs
Salt, ground pepper, dried garlic, to taste
20 g paprika (optional for extra flavor)
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Vegetable oil, for sautéing
35 g butter
Directions

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