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Millet Casserole Recipe

I whipped up a hearty Millet Casserole with veggies and cheese. It's baked to perfection, golden and bubbly, making it a comforting, delicious meal that's super easy to prepare.

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Millet Casserole Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup millet
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup chopped vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine millet, vegetable broth, chopped vegetables, salt, and pepper.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and cover with foil.
  4. Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
  5. Bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
  6. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

What You Will Need

What you will need to make millet casserole

  • Millet: Nutty grain provides a hearty base, rich in nutrients, and absorbs flavors well.
  • Vegetable broth: Adds depth, moisture, and enhances the overall taste of the casserole.
  • Chopped vegetables: Carrots, peas, and bell peppers bring color, texture, and essential vitamins.
  • Shredded cheese: Melts into a gooey, golden topping, adding richness and flavor.

Tools and Instruments Required

What tools/instruments will be needed to make Millet Casserole Recipe

  • Baking dish: Essential for holding the millet mixture while baking, ensuring even cooking and a perfect casserole texture.
  • Mixing bowl: Needed to combine millet, broth, vegetables, and seasonings thoroughly before transferring to the baking dish.
  • Aluminum foil: Used to cover the dish initially, helping to retain moisture and cook the millet evenly.
  • Oven: The primary heat source for baking the casserole, crucial for achieving the right consistency and melted cheese topping.
  • Measuring cups: Important for accurately measuring millet, broth, and other ingredients to maintain the recipe's balance.

Millet Casserole Recipe

A hearty and healthy millet casserole perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Total Time 1 hr
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup millet
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup chopped vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions: 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a mixing bowl, combine millet, vegetable broth, chopped vegetables, salt, and pepper.
  • Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and cover with foil.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
  • Bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
  • Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes:

This casserole can be customized with your favorite vegetables and cheese.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Casserole, Healthy, Millet
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Make Ahead and Freezing Instructions

Make Ahead Instructions

  1. Prepare the millet mixture as per the recipe.
  2. Assemble everything in the baking dish.
  3. Cover tightly with foil or plastic wrap.
  4. Store in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
  5. When ready to bake, follow the baking steps.

Freezing Instructions

  1. Prepare the millet mixture and assemble in the baking dish.
  2. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and then foil.
  3. Freeze for up to 3 months.
  4. When ready to bake, thaw in the fridge overnight.
  5. Follow the baking steps, adding an extra 10 minutes to the covered baking time.

Using millet in casseroles can add a nutty flavor and a boost of protein, making it a great alternative to rice or pasta.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ:
How do I store leftovers?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Can I use a different grain instead of millet?
Yes, quinoa or couscous can be used as substitutes.
Can I add meat to this recipe?
Absolutely, cooked chicken or ground beef works well.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, millet is naturally gluten-free.
Can I make this casserole vegan?
Yes, just use vegan cheese or omit the cheese altogether.

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