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Vegetable Casserole Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1 cup sliced zucchini
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 cups milk
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Vegetables: Steam the broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and zucchini for about 5-7 minutes until they are slightly tender but not fully cooked. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Make Cheese Sauce:
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to whisk until the mixture thickens and is smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheese until melted and smooth. Add salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, basil, and oregano. Mix well.
- Combine and Assemble:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the steamed vegetables, sautéed onion and garlic, chopped bell peppers, and frozen peas.
- Pour the cheese sauce over the vegetables and mix until everything is well coated.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Grease a large casserole dish and pour the vegetable mixture into it, spreading it evenly.
- Top and Bake:
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheese over the top of the casserole.
- Evenly distribute the breadcrumbs over the cheese layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
- Serve: Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Feel free to customize this recipe with your favorite vegetables or add some cooked quinoa or rice for extra texture and nutrition.
