Heartland Vegetable Bake



3 cups (about 3 medium) coarsely chopped red potatoes
2 Tbsp. water
1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen broccoli, cauliflower and carrot medley
3 Tbsp. butter, divided
2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
1 can (12 fl. Oz.) evaporated fat free milk
2 chicken bouillon cubes
1/8 tsp. ground white pepper
¼ cup seasoned dry breadcrumbs

Preheat oven to 350F.

Microwave potatoes and water in covered, medium, microwave-safe casserole dish on HIGH power for 9 minutes; drain. Return to dish; top with frozen vegetables.

Trust me, the potatoes are down there somewhere.


Melt 2 tablespoons butter in small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour; cook, stirring constantly, for 30 seconds. Gradually stir in evaporated milk, bouillon and pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 4 minutes or until bouillon is dissolved and sauce is slightly thickened. Pour sauce over vegetables.

What a roux!


Microwave remaining butter in small, microwave-safe bowl on HIGH power for 10 to 20 seconds or until melted. Stir in breadcrumbs until combined. Sprinkle over vegetables; cover.

Bake for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake for additional 10 minutes or until top is golden brown.

So golden!



My Rating: 4/5 "Veggie comfort food! It's actually quite similar in its overall effect to macaroni and cheese (except chicken-y rather than cheesy), which makes it nice to chew. The potatoes come out with a REALLY nice consistency. The crumbs on the top add just enough crunch to keep the chewing process interesting. Good stuff!"

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