Easy Cheesy Veggies
Brighten up your weeknight dinners with this comforting and nutrient-packed recipe for Easy Cheesy Veggies! In just 30 minutes, transform a medley of tender broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots into a creamy, cheesy delight that’s sure to please the whole family. Featuring a luscious homemade cheese sauce made with sharp cheddar, milk, and a hint of garlic powder, this dish effortlessly combines wholesome ingredients with irresistible flavor. Perfect as a hearty side or even a main for lighter meals, it’s an easy way to sneak more vegetables onto your plate while satisfying those cheesy cravings. Serve it straight from the pot for a warm, melty treat, and don’t forget to garnish with extra cheese or fresh herbs for that extra touch of indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 1.5 cups carrots, sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups milk
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
In a large pot, bring water to a boil and lightly salt it.
Add the broccoli florets, cauliflower florets, and sliced carrots to the boiling water and cook for 5-7 minutes or until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring continuously, to form a roux.
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking to avoid lumps. Continue to cook and stir until the mixture begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the milk mixture, stirring until the cheese is fully melted and smooth.
Pour the cheese sauce over the cooked vegetables and gently toss until evenly coated.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional shredded cheese or fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1367 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.8 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.4 g | 267% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 279 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 2920 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.9 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.7 g | ||
| Protein | 70.4 g | 141% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 1923 mg | 148% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2603 mg | 55% | |
*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.
