Description
Creamy Winter Vegetable Casserole is the ultimate comfort dish for chilly days, combining a medley of seasonal vegetables like cauliflower, broccoli, and carrots enveloped in a velvety homemade cheese sauce. Baked to perfection, this casserole emerges bubbling and golden, making it an irresistible addition to your winter meal rotation. Whether you’re serving it as a hearty vegetarian main or a delightful side at holiday gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutrients and flavor. Enjoy the warmth and satisfaction of this comforting dish that promises to bring smiles around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 ½ cups sliced carrots
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Garlic powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Steam the cauliflower, broccoli, and carrots for 5–7 minutes until just tender.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and stir in flour to create a roux. Gradually add warm milk and cook until thickened (3–5 minutes).
- Stir in garlic powder, nutmeg, salt, pepper, cheddar, and Parmesan until melted.
- Combine steamed vegetables with the cheese sauce in a bowl until well-coated.
- Transfer to the baking dish, sprinkle with breadcrumbs if desired, and bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 65mg