Zucchini Cornbread Jalapeño Bake (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Vegetables

01 - 875 g zucchini, shredded and thoroughly drained
02 - 1 white onion, finely diced
03 - 1 jalapeño, finely diced (seeds removed for less heat if desired)
04 - 170 g corn, thawed if frozen

→ Dairy

05 - 450 g premium cheddar cheese, shredded and divided

→ Eggs

06 - 2 large eggs

→ Pantry

07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
09 - 1 teaspoon salt
10 - 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 240 g corn muffin mix

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease an 20x20 cm baking dish with nonstick spray or softened butter.
02 - In a large bowl, mix shredded zucchini, diced onion, half of the cheddar cheese, corn, and jalapeño until evenly dispersed.
03 - Add eggs, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
04 - Gradually fold the corn muffin mix into the vegetable blend, ensuring the mixture is evenly incorporated.
05 - Transfer mixture to the prepared dish. Evenly sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese across the top.
06 - Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown. Cool briefly before serving warm.

# Notes:

01 - For a gluten-free version, substitute the corn muffin mix with a gluten-free alternative. Always review the mix packaging to adjust for any differences in preparation.