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Creamy Cheddar Winter Vegetable Casserole

Creamy Cheddar Winter Vegetable Casserole for Cozy Nights

Experience the delightful embrace of this creamy cheddar winter vegetable casserole with tender broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots—a perfect comfort dish 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: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Veggies
  • 3 cups Broccoli Florets Uniform-sized for even cooking
  • 3 cups Cauliflower Chunks Core and chop into similar sizes
  • 2 cups Carrots Thick-sliced and peeled
For the Cheddar Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Provides a rich base
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour To thicken the sauce
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Warmed for creaminess
  • 3 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese Freshly grated for best results
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dry Mustard Powder Boosts cheese sharpness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper For garnish
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Finely chopped

Equipment

  • steamer
  • Saucepan
  • Baking dish
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Steam the sliced carrots for 2 minutes, then add broccoli florets and cauliflower chunks, steaming for an additional 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
  2. Transfer the steamed vegetables to a baking dish, spreading them evenly.
  3. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, whisk in flour until golden, then gradually add warmed milk, whisking until thickened.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until melted, adjusting seasoning with salt and mustard powder.
  5. Pour the cheddar sauce over the prepared vegetables, tossing to coat evenly.
  6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Let sit for 5-10 minutes before garnishing with parsley and black pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Grate cheese fresh, steam veggies thoroughly, monitor baking time, dry before mixing, warm milk for the sauce, and customize veggies as desired.

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