Cheesy Carrot Broccoli Casserole

Name: Cheesy Carrot Broccoli Casserole
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6-8 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup diced carrots; 1 cup diced celery; 1 cup chopped onion; 4 teaspoons butter, divided; 1-1/2 cups (6 ounces each) shredded cheddar cheese, divided; 2 cups fresh broccoli florets; 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth; Salt and pepper to taste

Total Time Prep: 20 min. Bake: 30

Yield 6-8 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

Anyone who hints at not enjoying broccoli would like this recipe. The vegetable combination, enhanced by cheddar cheese, makes a colorful side dish.

Ingredients

1 cup diced carrots
1 cup diced celery
1 cup chopped onion
4 teaspoons butter, divided
1-1/2 cups (6 ounces each) shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

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.
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.

Anyone who hints at not enjoying broccoli would like this recipe. The vegetable combination, enhanced by cheddar cheese, makes a colorful side dish.

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