Description
A warm and comforting casserole featuring tender cauliflower, bright broccoli, and sweet carrots in a silky cheese sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
- 2 cups carrots, sliced (or use baby carrots halved)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk (whole or low-fat)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or a blend)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Steam the cauliflower, broccoli, and carrots until just tender, about 5–7 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and stir continuously for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in the milk and keep whisking until the sauce thickens, about 4–6 minutes.
- Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the shredded cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss the steamed vegetables with the cheese sauce in a large bowl.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top. Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the surface if using.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until bubbling and golden. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For gluten-free, swap flour for a 1:1 gluten-free blend or cornstarch. Consider adding cream cheese for extra richness or fold in cooked chicken or beans for protein.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: vegetable casserole, winter casserole, cheesy casserole, comfort food