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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 5 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Veggie side dish everyone loves. From Healthy Meals in Minutes (lightly modified). Ingredients:
2 cups broccoli florets |
2 cups small cauliflower florets |
1 cup carrot, thinly sliced (i personally omit) |
1/2 cup frozen green pea, thawed |
2 teaspoons vegetable oil |
1 tablespoon flour |
3/4 cup skim milk |
1/4 cup chicken broth |
3/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded and divided |
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In a large saucepan, bring 2 quarts of water to a boil (to retain more nutrients and speed up the process, I place in a microwave safe bowl, add a couple of tablespoons of water and microwave for a few minute until crisp-tender, turning every minute or so. If you want to add the carrot, do so about two minutes before desired tenderness). Add broccoli and cauliflower. Cook for 3 minutes.
2. Add carrot and cook for 2 minutes. Drain vegetables in a colander. Place mixture in a 2-quart baking dish. Stir in peas; set aside.
3. To prepare the sauce, in a small saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add flour; cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
4. Gradually whisk in milk and broth. Bring to a boil and cook, whisking frequently, for 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in 1/2 cup of cheddar and the pepper.
5. Pour sauce over vegetables; stir until coated. Sprinkle remaining cheddar over top. Bake until cheese is bubbling, about 5 minutes. Serve immediately.
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