Pat's Comforting Vegetable Casserole 🥦🥕

This delightful vegetable casserole is a warm and hearty dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks. Packed with flavor and texture, it's a fantastic way to sneak in some veggies for the whole family! By using frozen vegetables, this recipe is not only convenient but also saves on prep time. Feel free to pair it with a refreshing salad for a complete meal! 🥗✨

Ingredients

For the casserole

2 packages mixed frozen vegetables (about 16 oz each)
1 cup diced celery
1 cup diced onion
1 cup grated cheese (cheddar or your favorite)
1 cup mayonnaise

For the topping

Crushed saltine crackers (about 1 cup)
1 stick of butter (melted)

Instructions

Begin by cooking the mixed frozen vegetables according to package instructions, then drain them well.

🔥 Tip: If using fresh vegetables, chop them into small pieces and lightly steam them until just tender. This will enhance their flavor!

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked vegetables with chopped celery, onion, grated cheese, and mayonnaise. Mix until well incorporated.
Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
Sprinkle the crushed saltine crackers over the top for a delightful crunch.
Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the crackers to help them brown nicely.
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden, about 25-30 minutes.

👩‍🍳 Keep an eye on the casserole towards the end of the baking time to prevent the topping from burning. Every oven is a bit different!

Variations

Extra Flavor: Add some minced garlic or herbs like thyme or rosemary for an aromatic touch. 🌿
Protein Boost: Throw in a cup of shredded cooked chicken or turkey for a more filling dish.
Dairy-Free: Substitute the mayonnaise with a vegan mayo and use a plant-based cheese to make it dairy-free.
Make it Spicy: Stir in some diced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce for a kick! 🌶️

Enjoy this cozy casserole that's sure to bring comfort to your table! 🍽️❤️

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Sure! Here is the text from the image: **VEGETABLE CASSEROLE** - 2 pkgs. mixed frozen vegetables - 1 cup celery - 1 cup onion - 1 cup grated cheese - 1 cup mayonnaise Cook and drain mixed vegetables. Add other ingredients. Put into greased casserole. Top with crushed saltine crackers. Drizzle one stick melted butter over all. Heat in 350° oven until bubbles. Pat McCarty 102

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# Pat's Comforting Vegetable Casserole 🥦🥕 This delightful vegetable casserole is a warm and hearty dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks. Packed with flavor and texture, it's a fantastic way to sneak in some veggies for the whole family! By using frozen vegetables, this recipe is not only convenient but also saves on prep time. Feel free to pair it with a refreshing salad for a complete meal! 🥗✨ ## Ingredients ### For the casserole - 2 packages mixed frozen vegetables (about 16 oz each) - 1 cup diced celery - 1 cup diced onion - 1 cup grated cheese (cheddar or your favorite) - 1 cup mayonnaise ### For the topping - Crushed saltine crackers (about 1 cup) - 1 stick of butter (melted) ## Instructions - Begin by cooking the mixed frozen vegetables according to package instructions, then drain them well. > 🔥 Tip: If using fresh vegetables, chop them into small pieces and lightly steam them until just tender. This will enhance their flavor! - In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked vegetables with chopped celery, onion, grated cheese, and mayonnaise. Mix until well incorporated. - Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish, spreading it evenly. - Sprinkle the crushed saltine crackers over the top for a delightful crunch. - Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the crackers to help them brown nicely. - Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden, about 25-30 minutes. > 👩‍🍳 Keep an eye on the casserole towards the end of the baking time to prevent the topping from burning. Every oven is a bit different! ## Variations - **Extra Flavor**: Add some minced garlic or herbs like thyme or rosemary for an aromatic touch. 🌿 - **Protein Boost**: Throw in a cup of shredded cooked chicken or turkey for a more filling dish. - **Dairy-Free**: Substitute the mayonnaise with a vegan mayo and use a plant-based cheese to make it dairy-free. - **Make it Spicy**: Stir in some diced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce for a kick! 🌶️ Enjoy this cozy casserole that's sure to bring comfort to your table! 🍽️❤️

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Pat's Vegetable Casserole

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