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Vegetable Kugel, Confetti (P, KLP, TNT)
Source: "MealLeaniYumm! (All That's Missing is the Fat)," by Norene Gilletz
Serves: 12

3 medium zucchini, unpeeled (1 lb.)
3 carrots, peeled
2 sweet potatoes or 3 large potatoes, peeled (about 1 lb.)
2 medium onions
2 cloves garlic
1/2 cup parsley leaves
3 to 4 tbsp. chopped fresh basil (or 1 tsp. dried)
4 eggs plus 4 egg whites (or 6 eggs)
1/2 cup potato starch or matzo meal
1 1/4 tsp. salt (to taste)
1/2 tsp. pepper (to taste)
2 tsp. olive oil

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Grate zucchini, carrots, and sweet potatoes. (Can be done in the food processor.) Finely mince onions, garlic, parsley and basil. Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and mix well.

Spray a 3-quart rectangular or oval casserole with non-stick spray. Add vegetable mixture and spread evenly. Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until golden brown and firm.

Variations: Mixture can be baked in sprayed muffin tins at 375°F for 25 to 30 minutes, until golden brown. Recipe may be halved. Bake in a 1-1/2-quart greased casserole for 45 to 55 minutes.

Poster's Notes:
So colorful, so delicious! Excellent for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians. Freezes &/or reheats well.

Posted by Norene Gilletz

Nutritional Info Per Serving: 101 calories, 2.7g fat (0.7g saturated), 71mg cholesterol, 4g protein, 15g carbohydrate, 315mg sodium, 280mg potassium, <1mg iron, 2g fibre, 35mg calcium