Creamy Peas-n-carrots Casserole

Name: Creamy Peas-n-carrots Casserole
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 12 serving(s)
Ingredients: 12 carrots, sliced; 1 large onion, cut into 1/4 inch slices; 2 cups frozen peas; 6 ounces shredded cheddar cheese; 4 tablespoons butter, divided; 2 tablespoons flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 2 1/2 cups milk; 25 butter flavored crackers, crushed

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Recipe by TGirl

Carrots, peas, and onions get together in this creamy, cheesy casserole. What a delicious way to eat your veggies!!

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READY IN: 50mins

SERVES: 12

UNITS: US

INGREDIENTS

Nutrition

12

carrots, sliced
1

large onion, cut into 1/4 inch slices
2

cups frozen peas
6

ounces shredded cheddar cheese
4

tablespoons butter, divided
2

tablespoons flour
1

teaspoon salt
¹⁄₄

teaspoon pepper
¹⁄₄

teaspoon nutmeg
2 ¹⁄₂

cups milk
25

butter flavored crackers, crushed

DIRECTIONS

Place carrots in a saucepan with a small amount of water, cover, and cook for 6 minutes over medium heat.
Add onions, bring to a boil, and then reduce heat.
Cover pan and allow to simmer for 5 minutes and then drain.
Add peas to carrots and toss.
In a shallow 3 quart baking dish, add 4 cups of vegetables, sprinkle with cheddar cheese, and top with remaining vegetables.
In a saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat, then stir in flour, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
Gradually add milk, stirring constantly.
Bring milk to a boil, and stir for 2 minutes.
Pour milk mixture over vegetables.
Put remaining 3 tablespoons of butter and cracker crumbs in a skillet, cook and stir over medium heat until toasted.
Sprinkle crackers over casserole, and bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes.

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