BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER BAKE

Broccoli and Cauliflower Bake image

Provided by Beth Pierce

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 small head broccoli, cut into florets
1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets
4 Tbsp unsalted butter
1 small onion chopped
2 large cloves of garlic minced
1/4 c flour
1 1/2 c milk
3/4 c low sodium chicken broth
2 1/4 c shredded white cheddar
pinch of nutmeg
salt and pepper to taste
CRUMB TOPPING
20 ritz crackers
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp onion powder
3 Tbsp melted butter

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray large baking dish with nonstick baking spray. Add broccoli and cauliflower and bake 15 or until very lightly browned.
2. In large skillet over medium heat melt butter. Add onion and cook for 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Whisk in flour and cook for 90 seconds whisking constantly. Slowly whisk in milk and chicken broth alternating between the two. Turn heat to low and add cheddar whisking frequently until cheese is melted and mixture is smooth and creamy. Whisk in nutmeg and salt & pepper to taste. Pour over roasted broccoli and cauliflower.
3. In food processor crush crackers. Add oregano, onion powder and melted butter. Pulse a couple of times. Sprinkle over cheese sauce.
4. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until light golden brown.