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Cheesy Vegetable Casserole

Cheesy Vegetable Casserole: A Family-Favorite Comfort Dish

This Cheesy Vegetable Casserole is a comforting, family-friendly dish full of deliciousness and nutrition.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Sauce
  • 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese Can swap with milder cheese
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Opt for low-moisture
  • 1 cup Gruyère Cheese Nutty flavor enhances dish
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Sprinkle on top for crispiness
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Can use margarine
  • ¼ cup Flour Use gluten-free blend if needed
  • 2 cups Milk Plant-based milk works for lactose-free
For the Vegetables
  • 4 cups Mixed Vegetables Broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and zucchini or bell peppers
For the Topping
  • ½ cup Breadcrumbs Opt for gluten-free breadcrumbs
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Nutmeg

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Casserole dish
  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Blanch or lightly steam the mixed vegetables until just tender, approximately 3–5 minutes. Transfer to ice water and drain thoroughly.
  3. In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour to create roux, then gradually add warm milk, stirring for about 5 minutes until thickened. Stir in shredded cheeses and seasonings until melted and creamy.
  4. In a greased 9x13 inch casserole dish, layer cooked vegetables and pour cheese sauce over. Toss to coat evenly.
  5. Combine breadcrumbs with melted butter, sprinkle over casserole, then add additional shredded cheese on top.
  6. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  7. Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This Cheesy Vegetable Casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge before baking for convenience.

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