Cheesy Sausage and Veggie Bake with a Crunchy Topping

1Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2In a large skillet over medium heat, add the Italian sausage (1 pound). Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

3Add the diced bell peppers, (1 cup) zucchini (1 cup), mushrooms (1 cup), onion (1 cup), and minced garlic (2 cloves) to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender. Season with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to taste.

4In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage and veggie mixture with half of the mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Stir until well combined.

5Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.

6Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the top of the sausage and veggie mixture.

7In a separate bowl, mix the breadcrumbs (1 cup), grated Parmesan cheese (½ cup), and melted butter (2 tablespoons) until the breadcrumbs (1 cup) are evenly coated. Sprinkle this mixture over the cheese layer in the baking dish.

8Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.

9Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.