LAYERED VEGETABLE LOAF

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I receive many compliments on my out-of-the-ordinary side dish that features fluffy layers of eggs, cheese and vegetables topped with a creamy sauce. Even non-vegetable fans like this loaf.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 25

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Ingredients

FIRST LAYER:
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup chopped cooked broccoli
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon onion salt
SECOND LAYER:
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup cooked rice
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon onion salt
THIRD LAYER:
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup mashed cooked carrots
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon onion salt
SAUCE:
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon onion salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Combine first layer ingredients; pour into a greased 8x4-in. loaf pan. Combine second layer ingredients and spread over first layer. Combine third layer ingredients and spread over second layer. , Bake at 325° for 60-70 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Run a knife around edges to loosen; cool in pan to room temperature. , For sauce, melt butter in a small saucepan; blend in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk, onion salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over medium heat; boil and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Unmold loaf onto a serving platter; serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 161mg cholesterol, Sodium 397mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.