Carrot and Cauliflower Casserole

breezermom's Note:

This recipe came from the Holladay 7th Ward Cookbook, and was posted by Jeanne Forsberg. I found this when I had half a head of cauliflower and some carrots, and needed a vegetable side that I thought I could get kids to eat. As usual, cheese comes into play!

• Total Time: 1 hrs
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 50 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 4 carrots, scraped and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1/2 cauliflower head, broken into flowerets
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup whipping cream (I have substituted fat-free half and half successfully)
• 3/4 cup swiss cheese, shredded and divided
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1/8 teaspoon dry mustard

Directions:

1. Cook the carrot in a small amount of boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes or until tender. Drain, and place in a lightly greased 1 quart casserole.
2. Cook the cauliflower in a small amount of boiling water for 6 to 8 minutes or until tender. Drain. Add the cauliflower to the carrots, and set aside.
3. Melt the butter in a heavy saucepan over low heat; add flour, stirring until smooth. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add the broth and cream; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is thickened and bubbly. (Do not get it too thick). Add 1/2 cup shredded cheese, green onions, and mustard, stirring until the cheese melts.
4. Pour the sauce over the carrots and cauliflower, stirring gently to coat well. Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until the mixture is thoroughly heated. Remove the cover and sprinkle with the remaining shredded cheese. Bake an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese melts.

Reviews

[Sydney Mike]

Only made one small addition when making this side ~ I added a bit of lemon pepper, but otherwise the recipe was made as written, & it was much enjoyed when we had company the other night! I'm always looking for new ways to dress up veggies like this, so your recipe was most welcome! Thanks for sharing it! [Made & reviewed in Newest Zaar recipe tag]