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Creamy Winter Vegetable Casserole

Cozy Creamy Winter Vegetable Casserole for Comforting Nights

The Creamy Winter Vegetable Casserole is a comforting dish featuring winter vegetables laced in a creamy mushroom sauce, perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups mixed winter vegetables like carrots, broccoli, and parsnips
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) low-fat cream of mushroom soup gluten-free if needed
  • 1/2 cup whole milk or unsweetened plant-based milk oat milk works well for dairy-free
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Gruyère cheese or your favorite melting cheese
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs regular or panko style, gluten-free if needed
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter coconut oil as a plant-based alternative
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or fresh thyme for more flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder fresh minced garlic can be used
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup extra breadcrumbs optional for more crunch

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a medium-sized baking dish.
  2. Steam or blanch the mixed winter vegetables for about 3-4 minutes until just tender.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched vegetables with the cream of mushroom soup, milk, cheese, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, mixing until well-coated.
  4. Transfer the creamy vegetable mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  5. Mix breadcrumbs with melted butter until coated and sprinkle over the vegetable filling.
  6. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until topping is golden brown and filling is bubbling.
  7. Allow the casserole to rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider adding fresh herbs like parsley or chives after baking for extra freshness. You can also prepare this casserole in advance and bake it before dinner.

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