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Creamy Winter Vegetable Casserole

Creamy Winter Vegetable Casserole for Cozy Family Nights

Indulge in this Creamy Winter Vegetable Casserole, a comforting blend of seasonal veggies in a rich cheese sauce, perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Vegetables
  • 1 head Cauliflower Florets fresh or frozen, drained
  • 1 head Broccoli Florets or any seasonal veggie
  • 2 cups Sliced Carrots baby carrots preferred
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter or olive oil for dairy-free
  • 4 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour sub gluten-free flour for gluten-free version
  • 3 cups Whole Milk or half-and-half/non-dairy milk
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Gouda or Gruyere can be used
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg optional
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs optional
  • ¼ cup Chopped Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • casserole dish
  • medium saucepan
  • Steamer Basket
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
  2. Wash and chop the broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots into bite-sized pieces. Steam over boiling water for 5-7 minutes.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and whisk in flour to create a roux.
  4. Gradually pour in warm milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Cook until thickened, then stir in cheese and seasonings.
  5. Combine steamed vegetables with cheese sauce in a mixing bowl until coated.
  6. Transfer to the baking dish, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top, if desired.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbling and golden brown. Broil for an extra 2-3 minutes for crispiness.
  8. Let sit for 5-10 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For added crunch, consider using seasoned breadcrumbs and taste the cheese sauce before baking to adjust seasonings.

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