Cheesy Vegetable Casserole: A Comforting and Hearty Family Favorite
This cheesy vegetable casserole features a mix ofbroccoli, vegetables, and rice in a creamy, cheesy sauce, topped with a crunchyRitz cracker crust. It's the perfect comfort food dish for family meals orholiday gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 small yellow onion finely diced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 10.5 oz. condensed cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup sour cream
- 8 oz. shredded cheddar cheese divided
- 2 heaping cups frozen broccoli
- 3 cups frozen mixed vegetables such as peas, carrots, corn, and green beans
- 2 large eggs whisked
- 2 cups cooked white long-grain rice
- ½ teaspoon garlic salt
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- One cup of crushed Ritz crackers approximately three-quarters of a sleeve
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Sauté the Onion: In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the finely diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Creamy Sauce: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of mushroom soup, milk, sour cream, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese (4 oz.).
- Combine the Vegetables and Rice: Add the frozen broccoli, mixed vegetables, cooked rice, and whisked eggs to the creamy sauce mixture.
- Season the Casserole: Add the garlic salt, salt, mustard powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper to the vegetable mixture. Stir to incorporate the seasonings evenly throughout the mixture.
- Assemble the Casserole: Pour the vegetable mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread it out evenly. Top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese (4 oz.).
- Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter until well combined. Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
- Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy this comforting dish on its own or as a hearty side with your favorite protein.
Nutrition
Calories: 354kcal
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