CHEESY CARROT BROCCOLI CASSEROLE

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Anyone who hints at not enjoying broccoli would like this recipe. The vegetable combination, enhanced by cheddar cheese, makes a colorful side dish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup diced carrots
1 cup diced celery
1 cup chopped onion
4 teaspoons butter, divided
1-1/2 cups (6 ounces each) shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the carrots, celery and onion in 3 teaspoons butter until tender. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Top with 3/4 cup cheese. In the same skillet, saute broccoli in the remaining butter for 1 minute. Place over cheese; pour broth over all., Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and vegetables are tender. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Fat 8g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 200mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

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