Taste of Home
Cheesy Carrot Broccoli Casserole
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. Bake: 30
YIELD: 6-8 servings.
Anyone who hints at not enjoying broccoli would like this recipe. The vegetable combination, enhanced by cheddar cheese, makes a colorful side dish.
Ingredients
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1 cup diced carrots
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1 cup diced celery
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1 cup chopped onion
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4 teaspoons butter, divided
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1-1/2 cups (6 ounces each) shredded cheddar cheese, divided
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2 cups fresh broccoli florets
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1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
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Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
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1.
In a large skillet, saute the carrots, celery and onion in 3 teaspoons butter until tender. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Top with 3/4 cup cheese. In the same skillet, saute broccoli in the remaining butter for 1 minute. Place over cheese; pour broth over all.
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2.
Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and vegetables are tender. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts
1 cup: 114 calories, 8g fat (6g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 200mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
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