Description
This easy Velveeta vegetable casserole combines tender frozen veggies with creamy cheese and a crispy Ritz cracker topping. Perfect as a comforting side dish or a simple weeknight main!
Ingredients
- 3 cups frozen broccoli
- 3 cups frozen cauliflower
- 3 cups frozen carrots
- 16 oz Velveeta cheese, sliced or cubed
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
- ¼ cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, microwave the frozen vegetables for 12–15 minutes, until hot and thawed.
- Transfer vegetables to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Distribute the Velveeta cheese evenly over the vegetables.
- In a separate bowl, mix crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter.
- Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the cheese layer.
- Bake for 30–45 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
You can use fresh vegetables if preferred—just steam them until fork-tender before assembling. Add cooked chicken for a heartier version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American