vegetable casserole

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Sure! Here’s a simple and delicious vegetable casserole recipe for you:

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:

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Grease a large casserole dish and pour the vegetable mixture into it, spreading it evenly.
  7. 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.
  8. 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.

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