Bubblin’ Veggie Casserole
Description:
Indulge in the creamy, bubbling delight of this Bubblin’ Veggie Casserole! A perfect accompaniment to your favorite chicken or pork dishes, this casserole is a symphony of flavors and textures. With the addition of pearl onions, it elevates the dish to new heights of deliciousness. And here’s the kicker: while it’s traditionally a side dish, it can easily steal the show as a scrumptious vegetarian main when served over biscuits. However you choose to enjoy it, one thing’s for sure – it’s pretty darn good!
Recipe Overview:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Category: Cauliflower
- Keywords: Vegetable, Low Protein, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours
- Servings: 1 nine x thirteen inch casserole
Ingredients:
- 1 cauliflower
- 2 broccoli heads
- 4-6 carrots
- 1 package cream cheese
- 1/2 cup margarine
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 can sliced water chestnuts
Instructions:
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Prepare Vegetables: Begin by breaking the cauliflower and broccoli into bite-size pieces.
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Cook Vegetables: Boil the broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots in water for 5-7 minutes until they are tender. Drain them well.
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Prepare Sauce: In a saucepan, slowly heat the cream of mushroom soup, cream cheese, margarine, milk, minced garlic, and your favorite seasonings until they are combined into a smooth and creamy sauce.
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Incorporate Water Chestnuts: Add the sliced water chestnuts to the sauce mixture for an added crunch and texture.
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Combine Veggies and Sauce: In a large bowl, mix together the cooked vegetables and the creamy sauce until everything is evenly coated.
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Assemble Casserole: Pour the veggie and sauce mixture into a 9×13-inch baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
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Top with Crumbs: Sprinkle bread crumbs or corn flake crumbs over the top of the casserole, adding a delicious crunch.
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Bake: Cover the baking pan with aluminum foil and bake the casserole at 350°F for 1 hour. Then, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling all over in the pan.
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 456.7
- Fat: 32.8g
- Saturated Fat: 12.1g
- Cholesterol: 50.7mg
- Sodium: 954mg
- Carbohydrates: 34.7g
- Fiber: 10.4g
- Sugar: 9.9g
- Protein: 12.7g
Enjoy your Bubblin’ Veggie Casserole!
Whether you’re serving it as a side dish or making it the star of your meal, this delightful casserole is sure to impress with its rich, creamy flavors and wholesome goodness. So gather your ingredients and get ready to savor every bubblin’ bite! 🥦🧀🥕