VEGETABLE RAMEKINS

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Says Dona Alsover of Upland, California, "Our children and grandchildren live far away, so my husband, Jim, and I frequently plan a quiet dinner by candlelight. We have Vegetable Ramekins often since we can pull fresh things from our garden all year. It is a colorful and delicious side dish."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 small zucchini or yellow summer squash, halved and cut into 1/2-inch slices
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/3 cup broccoli florets
1 medium carrot, julienned
1 medium potato, peeled, cooked and cubed
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 cup 2% milk
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped walnuts

Steps:

In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook the squash, green pepper, broccoli and carrot in boiling water until crisp-tender; drain. Stir in the potato. , Spoon into two greased ovenproof 10-oz. custard cups or casseroles. In a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour, milk, garlic salt and pepper until smooth. Cook for 2-3 minutes, gradually adding the cheese in small amounts; cook and stir until cheese is melted. , Pour over vegetables. Sprinkle with parsley and walnuts. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until sauce is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 491mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein.