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Vegetable Casserole

Cheesy Vegetable Casserole That Everyone Will Love

A delightful Vegetable Casserole that's creamy, cheesy, and perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For sautéing
  • 1 cup Onions Diced
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup Or cream of chicken for a non-vegetarian version
  • 1 cup Milk Can use plant-based milk
  • ½ cup Sour Cream Substitute with Greek yogurt for added protein
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Salt Or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard Powder Can be skipped or replaced with Dijon
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Fresh herbs can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 2 large Eggs Use aquafaba as egg replacer if needed
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice Quinoa can be gluten-free alternative
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Frozen Broccoli Can substitute with fresh or other frozen vegetables
  • 1 cup Mixed Vegetables Carrots, peas, or corn can be used
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Can swap with mozzarella
  • 1 cup Ritz Crackers Any similar cracker can substitute

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large pot
  • casserole dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat and sauté onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in cream of mushroom soup, milk, sour cream, garlic salt, mustard powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Cook for 3 minutes until heated through.
  4. Mix in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and the sauce is thick and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add frozen broccoli and mixed vegetables, heating through for another 3-4 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and whisk in beaten eggs and cooked rice until mixed thoroughly.
  7. Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and transfer the mixture into it, spreading evenly.
  8. Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  9. After 20 minutes, combine crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter and sprinkle over the casserole.
  10. Return to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
  11. Remove from oven, let sit for a few minutes, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure all vegetables are drained to prevent excess moisture. Experiment with different cheeses for richer flavor. Allow to cool slightly before serving for better setting.

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