Description
A comforting bake with mixed winter vegetables enveloped in a luscious creamy sauce, perfect for cozy winter meals.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups mixed winter vegetables (e.g., carrots, parsnips, Brussels sprouts)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated cheese (e.g., cheddar or Gruyère)
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme (fresh or dried)
- Breadcrumbs for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until frothy.
- Stir in the flour, cooking for about a minute to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the heavy cream and vegetable broth, cooking until thickened.
- Season the sauce with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme.
- Layer the mixed winter vegetables in a baking dish.
- Pour the creamy sauce over the vegetables, covering them completely.
- Sprinkle the grated cheese on top and add breadcrumbs if desired.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Notes
Use leftover vegetables or adapt with those you have on hand. Perfect for meal prep and leftovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 100mg