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Easter Poke Cake

Easter Poke Cake That Will Delight Everyone at the Table

This Easter Poke Cake is a delightful dessert that will please everyone at your table.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Zucchini Adds moisture; substitute with yellow squash if desired.
  • 2 medium Bell Peppers Use any variety (red, yellow, or green).
  • 1 medium Onion Can substitute with shallots for milder taste.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic preferred.
For the Cooking Liquid
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth Opt for low-sodium broth for controlled seasoning.
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Can be replaced with crushed tomatoes.
For the Creamy Element
  • 1 cup Cheese Cheddar or mozzarella; optional for dairy-free.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Fresh herbs can substitute for dried.
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep your vegetables by washing and chopping zucchini, bell peppers, and onion into even pieces. Mince garlic.
  2. Layer the prepared vegetables in the slow cooker, starting with zucchini, followed by bell peppers, onion, and garlic.
  3. Combine vegetable broth, tomato sauce, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Pour over the layered vegetables.
  4. Cover slow cooker and set to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until veggies are tender.
  5. In the last 30 minutes, sprinkle cheese over the casserole. Re-cover to melt the cheese.
  6. Once cooked, gently stir and serve the casserole hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure vegetables are cut uniformly for best texture and avoid overcooking. Store leftovers properly.

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