Creamy Winter Vegetable Dish (Printer-Friendly Version)

A comforting blend of winter vegetables baked in a creamy, cheesy sauce with a crispy topping.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Vegetables

01 - 300 grams mixed winter vegetables (carrots, parsnips, cauliflower, broccoli, or Brussels sprouts), diced

→ Sauce

02 - 200 grams low-fat cream of mushroom soup
03 - 240 milliliters whole milk or unsweetened plant-based milk

→ Cheese

04 - 100 grams shredded cheddar or Gruyère cheese

→ Topping

05 - 60 grams breadcrumbs (regular or panko)
06 - 30 grams melted butter
07 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 190°C and lightly grease a casserole dish.
02 - In a large bowl, mix diced winter vegetables, cream of mushroom soup, milk, and shredded cheese until evenly combined.
03 - Pour the vegetable and sauce mixture into the greased casserole dish, spreading evenly.
04 - In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, melted butter, dried thyme, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the casserole.
05 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the casserole is bubbly and the topping turns golden brown.

# Handy Cooking Tips:

01 - Roasting vegetables before mixing enhances flavor complexity.
02 - For gluten-free preparation, substitute with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
03 - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.