SPRING VEGGIE “MAC & CHEESE”
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Broccoli, Cut into Bite Size Pieces
- 1 Cup Cauliflower, Cut into Bite Size Pieces
- 1 Cup Zucchini, Cut into Half Moons
- 1 Cup Carrots, Cut into ¼” Cubes
- ½ Cup Sweet Onions, Small Diced
- 4 Tablespoon Butter or Oil
- 4 Tablespoon Flour
- 5 Cups Milk
- 1 Cup Heavy Cream
- 1 Teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/4 Teaspoon White Pepper
- Pinch of Nutmeg
- 1 Cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Grated
- ½ Cup Cream Cheese, Whipped
- ½ Gouda Cheese, Grated
- ½ Cup Parmesan Cheese, Grated
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350º.
- Steam or sauté the vegetables until al dente (like pasta). Tender, but still has a little bite.
- For the sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add flour, whisk, and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add milk a small amount at a time, whisking smooth after each addition.
- Add onion powder, garlic powder, white pepper, and nutmeg. Whisk until thickened.
- Turn the heat down to low, and add in the cheddar, cream cheese, gouda, and parmesan.
- Continue to cook, whisking continually until incorporated.
- Remove from heat and add cheese. Stir until melted. Then turn off the heat.
- Combine the vegetables and cheese sauce, and layer it into a baking dish.
- Bake in the oven for 30 minutes. For the last 10 minutes, add extra cheese on top and cook until browned.
- Enjoy with your favorite baked or grilled protein!