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cozy veggie casserole

Easy Cheesy Veggie Casserole

This recipe is so wonderful on fall nights, quick, easy, cheesy and warm!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160

Ingredients
  

  • 24 oz frozen mixed carrots, cauliflower, and broccoli
For The Sauce
  • 4 tbsp butter or olive oil if you are trying to be healthier
  • 3 cloves garlic jarred garlic works too!
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp Kinder's Roasted Chicken Seasoning (chicken bouillon works too)
  • salt and pepper to taste
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup crushed pork rinds

Equipment

  • 1 saucepan
  • 1 8x8 baking pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9x9 inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the mixed vegetables and cook for about 8–10 minutes, until just fork-tender. Drain well.
  3. In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in Italian seasoning, chili powder, Kinder's Roasted Chicken seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix in shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
  6. Stir in Italian seasoning, chili powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix in shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
  7. Sprinkle ½ cup crushed pork rinds evenly over the top.
  8. Bake for 20–23 minutes, until hot, bubbly, and golden brown.
  9. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.