Company Mixed Vegetable Scramble

Submitted by ratherbeswimmin

"An all-purpose vegetable casserole."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 35mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 10

ingredients

• 4 cups thawed frozen peas (or fresh)
• 1 1⁄2 cups finely chopped celery
• 1 1⁄2 cups shredded carrots
• 1 1⁄2 cups finely chopped onions
• 3 large eggs, beaten
• 3 cups milk
• 1⁄2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons salt
• 3⁄4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 1⁄2 cups fine dry breadcrumbs
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 6 tablespoons butter, melted

directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the peas, celery, carrots, and onion; set aside.
2. In a large saucepan, combine the eggs, milk, flour, salt, and pepper; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce is thickened.
3. Preheat oven to 350°; butter a 3-quart casserole dish.
4. Arrange half the vegetable mixture over the bottom; sprinkle evenly with ½ cup bread crumbs, 1 cup cheese, and half the sauce.
5. Repeat with the remaining vegetables, ½ cup bread crumbs, remaining 1 cup cheese, and sauce.
6. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup bread crumbs over the top; drizzle with the melted butter.
7. Bake about 35 minutes, until golden brown.