Best 9 Broccoli And Carrot Cheese Bake Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Broccoli and Carrot Cheese Bake, a culinary masterpiece that seamlessly blends the goodness of fresh broccoli and carrots with a velvety cheese sauce. This delightful dish is a harmonious fusion of textures and tastes, featuring tender-crisp vegetables enveloped in a creamy, cheesy embrace. As you savor each bite, the vibrant colors of the broccoli and carrots dance on your palate, while the rich, gooey cheese adds a touch of decadence. Perfect for a comforting family meal or as a flavorful side dish, thisBroccoli and Carrot Cheese Bake is not just a recipe; it's an experience that will leave you craving more.

In addition to the classic Broccoli and Carrot Cheese Bake, our article presents a collection of equally enticing recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and culinary adventures. For those seeking a vegan alternative, the Vegan Broccoli and Carrot Cheese Bake offers a plant-based twist on the classic, using a creamy cashew cheese sauce to create a dish that is both delicious and compassionate. If you're looking for a gluten-free option, the Gluten-Free Broccoli and Carrot Cheese Bake utilizes a special gluten-free flour blend to ensure that everyone can enjoy this delightful casserole.

For those who love experimenting with bold flavors, the Spicy Broccoli and Carrot Cheese Bake adds a kick of heat to the traditional recipe, using a combination of chili powder, cayenne pepper, and paprika to create a dish that is sure to awaken your taste buds. And for those with a sweet tooth, the Sweet Broccoli and Carrot Cheese Bake incorporates a hint of sweetness with the addition of honey and cinnamon, creating a unique and unforgettable flavor profile.

Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary journey, our collection of Broccoli and Carrot Cheese Bake recipes has something for everyone. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a delightful culinary adventure that will leave you and your loved ones craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREAMY VEGETABLE CASSEROLE



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A colorful blend of broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots in a creamy sauce of Italian cheeses and herbs.

Provided by Katerina | Diethood

Categories     Side Dish

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound broccoli florets
1 pound cauliflower florets
½ pound baby carrots
3 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, (minced)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 cups heavy cream
1 ½ teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, (to taste)
¼ teaspoon chili powder, (or to taste)
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¾ cup shredded Italian blend cheese
1 cup pork rind panko crumbs, (for topping (you can also use regular panko crumbs))

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400˚F.
  • Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
  • Boil a large pot of water over high heat.
  • Add all vegetables to the boiling water and bring water back to a boil; cover, lower heat to a steady simmer, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until veggies are fork-tender.
  • In the meantime, melt butter in a 10-inch skillet; add garlic and cook for 20 seconds.
  • Whisk in cornstarch until blended; cook for 1 minute.
  • Add heavy cream; bring to a boil, whisking frequently. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until thickened.
  • Remove from heat; stir in italian seasoning, salt, pepper, chili powder, ground nutmeg, and cheese; whisk until cheese is melted.
  • Spread ½-cup of the cheese sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.
  • Drain the vegetables, then transfer to the baking dish; season with salt and pepper and stir.
  • Add remaining cheese sauce; stir to coat all the vegetables.
  • Sprinkle top with pork rinds panko crumbs.
  • Bake for 20 to 23 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
  • Remove from oven and let stand 10 minutes. Taste for salt and pepper, and adjust accordingly.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Sodium 204 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEESY BROCCOLI AND CARROT CASSEROLE



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Enjoy a colorful twist on a classic veggie casserole, great for a holiday dinner or easy enough for a weeknight meal.

Provided by Pillsbury Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups small fresh broccoli florets
1 cup sliced (1/8 inch) carrots
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup milk
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar-American cheese blend (6 oz)
1/2 cup French fried onions (from 2.8-oz can)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In ungreased 1-quart microwavable casserole, mix broccoli, carrots and 1/2 cup water. Cover with microwavable plastic wrap. Microwave on High 4 to 6 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes, until vegetables are crisp-tender; drain.
  • Stir in sour cream, milk and cheese until well mixed. Sprinkle with onions.
  • Bake uncovered 15 to 20 minutes or until bubbly and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 500 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 g

CHEESY CARROT BROCCOLI CASSEROLE



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Anyone who hints at not enjoying broccoli would like this recipe. The vegetable combination, enhanced by cheddar cheese, makes a colorful side dish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup diced carrots
1 cup diced celery
1 cup chopped onion
4 teaspoons butter, divided
1-1/2 cups (6 ounces each) shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the carrots, celery and onion in 3 teaspoons butter until tender. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Top with 3/4 cup cheese. In the same skillet, saute broccoli in the remaining butter for 1 minute. Place over cheese; pour broth over all., Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and vegetables are tender. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Fat 8g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 200mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CARROT BROCCOLI CASSEROLE



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This colorful side dish feels right at home with any entree. The veggies are coated in a buttery cheese sauce, then layered with cracker crumbs. Even kids who turn up their noses at broccoli will eat this up. -Nancy Horsburgh, Everett, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (16 ounces) baby carrots
1-1/2 pounds fresh broccoli, chopped or 6 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
8 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
3/4 cup butter, divided
1-3/4 cups crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 40 crackers)

Steps:

  • Place 1 in. of water in a saucepan; add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add broccoli; cover and simmer 6-8 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. drain and set aside. , In a small saucepan, cook and stir cheese and 1/4 cup butter until smooth. Stir in broccoli and carrots until combined., Melt the remaining butter; toss with cracker crumbs. Sprinkle a third of the mixture in a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Top with half the vegetable mixture. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with remaining crumb mixture. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 calories, Fat 29g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 727mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

CHEESY CHEDDAR BROCCOLI CASSEROLE



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People who don't even usually like broccoli casserole beg me to make this comforting broccoli cheese casserole recipe. It's similar to a classic green bean casserole, but the melted cheese just puts it over the top. -Elaine Hubbard, Pocono Lake, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 cup sour cream
1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1 can (6 ounces) french-fried onions, divided
2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen broccoli florets, thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large saucepan, combine soup, sour cream, 1 cup cheese and 1-1/4 cups onions; heat through over medium heat, stirring until blended, 4-5 minutes. Stir in broccoli. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish., Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 25-30 minutes. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and onions. Bake until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 26g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 641mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

CHEESY CAULIFLOWER BROCCOLI CARROT BAKE



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Make and share this Cheesy Cauliflower Broccoli Carrot Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mari C.

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cauliflower
1 broccoli
1/2 cup carrot
2 1/4 cups milk
4 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400f.
  • Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil, then add the chopped cauliflower, chopped broccoli and cubed carrots and cook for 5 mins - lift out a piece to test, it should be cooked. Drain the veggies then tip into an ovenproof dish.
  • Put the saucepan back on the heat and add the milk, flour and butter. Keep whisking fast as the butter melts and the mixture comes to the boil - the flour will disappear and the sauce will begin to thicken. Whisk for 2 mins while the sauce bubbles and becomes nice and thick. Turn off the heat, stir in 1 cup of cheese and pour over the veggies. Scatter over the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese and 3 tbsp breadcrumbs.
  • Bake 30-35 mins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.7, Fat 21.4, SaturatedFat 13.1, Cholesterol 62.8, Sodium 410, Carbohydrate 22.4, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 4.7, Protein 15.9

CHEESY CHICKEN BROCCOLI BAKE



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In this simple, hearty meal, any vegetables, fresh or frozen, can be substituted for the broccoli and carrots. This is an excellent winter supper. Serve with pasta or rice.

Provided by terrylynne

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, chopped
2 large heads broccoli, chopped
10 baby carrots, chopped
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon ground paprika
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and grease a 9x12-inch baking dish.
  • Pour the condensed soups into a bowl and mix well. Place the chicken breast meat, broccoli, and carrots into the baking dish, mix well, and pour the soup mixture over. Sprinkle with basil, thyme, oregano, and paprika, and spread the Cheddar cheese and bread crumbs evenly over the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, until the casserole is bubbling and the cheese and crumbs are lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.1 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Cholesterol 59.2 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 852.8 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

CARROT BROCCOLI CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Carrot Broccoli Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bmcnichol

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (16 ounce) package baby carrots
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
8 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
1/4 cup butter

Steps:

  • Place 1 inches of water in a saucepan and add carrots. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • Add broccoli and cover and simmer 6-8 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, cook and stir the cheese and 1/4 cup butter until smooth.
  • Stir in the broccoli and carrots until combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232, Fat 16.3, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 50.2, Sodium 695.8, Carbohydrate 14.4, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 7.9, Protein 9.3

CARROT BROCCOLI CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Carrot Broccoli Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bmcnichol

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup diced carrot
1 cup diced celery
1 cup chopped onion
4 teaspoons butter, divided
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/4 cup chicken broth
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a skillet, saute the carrots, celery and onion in 3 teaspoons butter until tender.
  • Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish.
  • Top with 3/4 cup cheese.
  • In the same skillet, saute broccoli in the remaining butter for 1 minute.
  • Place over cheese and pour broth over all.
  • Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes.
  • Uncover and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and vegetables are tender.
  • Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.6, Fat 12.1, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 36.4, Sodium 258.5, Carbohydrate 6.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.5, Protein 8.5

Tips:

  • Choose the right vegetables: Broccoli and carrots are classic choices for a cheese bake, but you can also use other vegetables like cauliflower, zucchini, or Brussels sprouts.
  • Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Steam or blanch the vegetables before baking: This will help them retain their color and nutrients.
  • Use a good quality cheese: The type of cheese you use will greatly affect the flavor of the bake. A sharp cheddar or Gruyère are good options.
  • Don't overcook the bake: The vegetables should be tender but still have a little bit of a bite to them.

Conclusion:

A broccoli and carrot cheese bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With a few simple tips, you can make a cheese bake that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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