Best California Blend Creamed Vegetables Recipes

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GRANDMA'S CALIFORNIA BLEND VEG CASSEROLE



Grandma's California Blend Veg Casserole image

Grandma used to make this recipe at the holidays. The boys who didn't like vegetables would eat up these cheesie vegetables. this dish is very cheesey you could use 1 cup of each instead of 2 cups of each cheese - - a personal preference. =)

Provided by Candle Lover

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 1 full 9x13, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (16 ounce) bags of california blend mixed vegetables
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, small pkg
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, small pkg
1 cup crushed Ritz cracker
1/2 cup butter, -melted set aside

Steps:

  • Cook Vegetables on stove drain when done. -
  • Spray 9x13 pan.
  • Dumb Vegetables in the 9x13. - I usually sprinkle with pepper and McCormick Season Salt
  • Sprinkle both cheeses over vegetables.
  • Crush crackers and sprinkle on top of the cheese.
  • Drizzle the melted butter all over the casserole.
  • Bake for 30 minutes in a 350° oven. or until the cheese has melted and the crackers started to brown.

CALIFORNIA VEGETABLE BAKE



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California vegetables (broccoli, carrots and cauliflower) covered with easy cream and cheese sauce topped with Ritz® crackers. Very easy and always a big hit.

Provided by TERILY

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (20 ounce) bags California-blend frozen vegetables
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup melted butter
1 sleeve buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®), crushed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add frozen vegetables, cover, and steam until tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer vegetables to a baking dish.
  • Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, onion, and Cheddar cheese in a bowl; pour over vegetables. Stir crackers and melted butter in another bowl and sprinkle over vegetables.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and bubbly, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 54.7 mg, Fat 39 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 429.2 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

CREAMY VEGETABLE CASSEROLE



Creamy Vegetable Casserole image

Searching for a different way to prepare vegetables? Look no further. I have a fussy eater in my house who absolutely loves this medley. It can be assembled in a snap, leaving time to fix the main course, set the table or just sit back and relax.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 package (16 ounces) frozen broccoli, carrots and cauliflower
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable garden vegetable cream cheese
1/2 to 1 cup seasoned croutons

Steps:

  • Prepare vegetables according to package directions; drain and place in a large bowl. Stir in soup and cream cheese. , Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with croutons. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 25 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 650mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CALIFORNIA VEGETABLE CASSEROLE



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I call this a California casserole because that is where I was living when I first made it, and I use the frozen California mix vegetables in it.

Provided by annconnolly

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup flour
2 cups milk
8 ounces cream cheese
2 (16 ounce) packages frozen broccoli carrots cauliflower mix
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Par-boil frozen vegetables.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan.
  • Whisk in flour, do not brown.
  • And add milk, continue to stir.
  • Dice cream cheese and slowly add to mixture. Do not boil.
  • Continue stirring until mix is smooth.
  • Place vegetables in a greased baking dish.
  • Pour sauce over veggies.
  • Sprinkle cheddar cheese over the top and if you like, you can now add a bread crumb topping.
  • Bake at 350°F 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.7, Fat 27, SaturatedFat 17, Cholesterol 83.2, Sodium 264.8, Carbohydrate 8.9, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 8.5

CHEESY CALIFORNIA VEGETABLES



Cheesy California Vegetables image

A baked cheesy casserole with a crumb topping over colorful vegetables. Great as a side dish with any meal. You can vary the veggies if you like. From Taste of Home magazine.

Provided by Marie

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (16 ounce) packages california-blend frozen vegetables
8 ounces processed cheese (velveeta)
6 tablespoons butter, divided
1/2 cup crushed butter flavored cracker (about 13)

Steps:

  • Prepare vegetables according to package directions and drain.
  • Place half in an ungreased 11 x 7 baking dish.
  • In small saucepan, combine cheese and 4 T butter.
  • Cook and stir over low heat until melted.
  • Pour half over vegetables.
  • Repeat layers.
  • Melt remaining butter and toss with cracker crumbs.
  • Sprinkle over top of casserole.
  • Bake uncovered at 325 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown.

LIGHT AND CREAMY CALIFORNIA VEGETABLE SALAD



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I made this recipe this weekend for a family get together. It is such a nice summer salad with a creamy taste! I've also added bacon bits to this in the past, which gives it some zip!

Provided by Dine Dish

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup low-fat ranch dressing
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
4 cups raw broccoli florets
4 cups raw cauliflower florets
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Mix dressing and cheese in large bowl.
  • Add vegetables and mix together.
  • Chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.3, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 7.5, Sodium 411.3, Carbohydrate 12.5, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 3.2, Protein 4

CREAMY VEGETABLE MEDLEY



Creamy Vegetable Medley image

This vegetable dish is so easy and so good. It can be made early and baked later. You can also double this recipe and bake in a 9x13 inch baking dish.

Provided by Toni

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) package frozen broccoli, carrots and cauliflower combination
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
⅓ cup sour cream
1 (2.8 ounce) package French-fried onions, divided
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cook vegetables according to package directions; drain. In a large bowl combine vegetables, mushroom soup, 1/2 cup cheese, sour cream, 1/2 can fried onions and pepper. Transfer to a deep pie plate.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and fried onions; bake 5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 25.4 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 599.2 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

COLORFUL VEGGIE BAKE



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It's impossible to resist this cheesy casserole with a golden crumb topping sprinkled over colorful vegetables. A versatile side that goes with any meat, Mom has relied on this favorite to round out many family meals. For a taste twist, try varying the veggies. -Lisa Radelet, Boulder, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen California-blend vegetables
8 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
6 tablespoons butter, divided
1/2 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 13 crackers)

Steps:

  • Prepare vegetables according to package directions; drain. Place half in an ungreased 11x7-in. baking dish. In a small saucepan, combine cheese and 4 tablespoons butter; cook and stir over low heat until melted. Pour half over vegetables. Repeat layers., Melt the remaining butter; toss with cracker crumbs. Sprinkle over the top. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 392mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

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