Description
A comforting, creamy vegetable casserole that is perfect for potlucks and busy weeknights. This easy side dish uses frozen vegetables, a rich cream cheese sauce, and a crunchy cracker topping for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bag (16 oz) frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, green beans)
- 8 oz full-fat brick cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup buttery cracker crumbs (e.g., Ritz)
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Thaw frozen vegetables in a colander and drain excess water, but do not squeeze dry.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
- Gradually whisk in milk, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth.
- Fold the drained vegetables into the sauce mixture until evenly coated.
- Pour the vegetable mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- In a small bowl, mix shredded cheddar cheese and cracker crumbs. Pour melted butter over the crumbs and stir until it resembles wet sand.
- Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the casserole and press down gently.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
- Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature to avoid lumps. Do not over-drain vegetables to maintain moisture, but ensure they aren’t too wet to prevent a soupy casserole. For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free crackers or panko. For a low-carb option, use crushed pork rinds or almond flour for the topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 24
- Saturated Fat: 14
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 8
Keywords: casserole, potluck, vegetable side, creamy, comfort food, easy recipe, family dinner