Cheese and Vegetable Crisp
Perfectly comforting and delightfully cheesy, this Cheese and Vegetable Crisp is the ultimate crowd-pleaser that combines hearty vegetables with a rich, homemade cheddar cheese sauce, all baked to golden perfection under a crispy Parmesan breadcrumb topping. Featuring tender broccoli, sweet corn, and vibrant carrots, this dish strikes the ideal balance of creamy and crunchy while packing plenty of flavor in every bite. Ready in under an hour, it’s easy to prepare and makes a satisfying vegetarian dinner or an irresistible side dish for any meal. Whether you’re hosting guests or indulging in a cozy weeknight meal, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Milk
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 cup Carrots, diced
- 1 cup Broccoli florets
- 0.5 cup Sweet corn kernels, cooked
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a medium-sized baking dish and set aside.
Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
Gradually add the milk to the roux, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens and begins to simmer, about 3-4 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Add salt and black pepper, adjusting seasoning to taste.
Steam the diced carrots and broccoli florets for 5-7 minutes, or until tender but still slightly firm.
In a mixing bowl, combine the steamed vegetables and sweet corn with the cheese sauce. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and olive oil until well combined. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the vegetable and cheese layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
Allow the cheese and vegetable crisp to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy as a standalone dish or as a side!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
384 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.9 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 738 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.4 g | ||
| Protein | 16.1 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 402 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 406 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
