Cheesy Vegetable Casserole

*Parsley*'s Note:

Easy to make and good to eat! Sometimes I like this better with the broccoli cauliflower mixture than with the California blend.

• Total Time: 35 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 2 (1 lb) bags california-blend frozen vegetables, thawed, the broccoli cauliflower and carrot blend
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 3/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 1/2-2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup crushed buttery cracker, Ritz
• 1/4-1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F
2. Grease a 1 1/2 - 2 quart casserole; set aside.
3. Drain off all water from thawed veggies.
4. Place drained, thawed veggies in a large bowl. Add ALL remaining ingredients.
5. Mix everything well.
6. Pour mixture into the casserole dish.
7. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.

Reviews

[Sparking Social]

Thank you for posting this yummy recipe! As I maintain a low-carb, low glycemic life style, I made the following changes:<br/><br/>1. No crackers<br/>2. Regular sour cream instead of low-far (organic would be ideal)<br/>3. Organic fresh broccoli only (no carrots or cauliflower - as those are higher on glycemic index)<br/>4. Organic mayo (Trader Joe's brand - my fav)

[Noni Suzanne]

I made this the other night and took afghanmom's advise...mixed the butter, mayo, sour cream, etc and then combined with the veggies. Also, I was out of Ritz crackers, so I used the french fried onions (crushed first) as afghanmom's suggested, as well as saving some for the top of the casserole. This dish was a real crowd pleaser and such a great change from the ordinary! Thanks for posting...it's a keeper!

[afghanmom]

This was very good, but the next time I make it, I think I would change a few things. I would mix the butter, sour cream, mayo, cheese, salt, pepper and garlic powder together and then combine with the vegetables and onion. I would also sprinkle the crushed crackers on top before baking instead of mixing it in with the other ingredients. I think french fried onions would also be a great topper :) -Thanks Parsley