Bacon, Zucchini, and Cornbread Bake Recipe

Name: Bacon, Zucchini, and Cornbread Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 slices bacon; 1 medium onion, chopped; 12 red bell pepper, chopped; 12 green bell pepper, chopped; 3 celery ribs, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (6 ounce) package cornbread stuffing mix (Stove Top); 1 cup milk; 3 large zucchini, shredded; 1 large egg, beaten; ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

1
Fry bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp; transfer bacon to a paper towel lined plate to drain; crumble bacon and set aside.
2
Discard all but 2 teaspoons bacon drippings from skillet.
3
Saute onion and next 4 ingredients in bacon drippings over medium-high heat until tender.
4
In a large bowl, stir together stuffing mix, seasoning packet, and milk; let stand for 10 minutes.
5
Stir bacon, sauteed vegetables, zucchini, and egg into cornbread mixture until well combined.
6
Transfer mixture to a lightly greased 11x7 8inch baking dish.
7
Bake in a 350F oven for 30 minutes; sprinkle cheese evenly over the top.
8
Cover and bake for 20 more minutes.

688

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 slices bacon, 1 medium onion, chopped, 12 red bell pepper, chopped, 12 green bell pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Bacon, Zucchini, and Cornbread Bake falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Bacon, Zucchini, and Cornbread Bake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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