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The Ultimate Guide to Vegetable Casserole


  • Author: ELENE
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

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

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  • 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

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large microwave-safe bowl, microwave the frozen vegetables for 12–15 minutes, until hot and thawed.
  3. Transfer vegetables to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  4. Distribute the Velveeta cheese evenly over the vegetables.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter.
  6. Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the cheese layer.
  7. Bake for 30–45 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly.
  8. 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

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: undefined
  • Trans Fat: undefined
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg