Best 8 Broccoli And Carrots In Cream Cheese Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey of creamy delight with this delectable Broccoli and Carrots in Cream Cheese Sauce. This classic dish combines the vibrant flavors of fresh broccoli and carrots enveloped in a rich and velvety cream cheese sauce, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

The recipe presents two enticing variations to cater to your preferences. The first recipe features a luscious cream cheese sauce, while the second introduces a tangy twist with sour cream. Both variations offer a creamy and flavorful foundation for the crisp-tender vegetables, ensuring a satisfying and unforgettable dining experience.

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

BROCCOLI AND CARROTS WITH CREAMY PARMESAN SAUCE



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Dress up fresh broccoli and carrots with a fast-to-fix cheese sauce.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 lb broccoli, cut into flowerets and stems (2 cups)
2 cups baby-cut carrots
1 package (3 oz) cream cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat 1 inch water to boiling. Add broccoli and carrots; heat to boiling. Boil 5 to 7 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, cook cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, milk and butter over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and heated through.
  • Sprinkle chives over sauce. Serve with vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 250 mg

BROCCOLI WITH CHEESE SAUCE



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This creamy cheese sauce for broccoli is a great way to jazz up veggies. Try any cheese you like. For an elegant look, garish with minced parsley or grated egg whites. -Sandy Spackman, Trenton, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium bunch broccoli, cut into spears
2 tablespoons water
3-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Dash white pepper
Dash ground nutmeg
1 cup whole milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Place the broccoli and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 3-5 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, whisk the cornstarch, seasonings and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the cheddar cheese and Worcestershire sauce until cheese is melted. Drain the broccoli; top with cheese sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 241mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROCCOLI AND CARROT CHEESE BAKE



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A creamy sauce flavored with cheese makes vegetables so much more appealing to my crowd. This holiday side dish will please even the pickiest veggie-phobics. It uses vegetables that are available year-round, so it works for Easter as well as winter holiday meals. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups thinly sliced fresh carrots
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
3 large eggs
2 cups 2% milk
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) grated Gruyere or Swiss cheese, divided
6 cups cubed egg bread

Steps:

  • Place carrots and broccoli in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender., Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, butter, salt, nutmeg and pepper. Stir in vegetables and 1 cup cheese. Gently stir in bread., Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 428mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

CREAMY VEGETABLE MEDLEY



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This vegetable dish is so easy and so good. It can be made early and baked later. You can also double this recipe and bake in a 9x13 inch baking dish.

Provided by Toni

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) package frozen broccoli, carrots and cauliflower combination
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
⅓ cup sour cream
1 (2.8 ounce) package French-fried onions, divided
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cook vegetables according to package directions; drain. In a large bowl combine vegetables, mushroom soup, 1/2 cup cheese, sour cream, 1/2 can fried onions and pepper. Transfer to a deep pie plate.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and fried onions; bake 5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 25.4 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 599.2 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

CHEESE SAUCE FOR BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER



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The basic white sauce that your mother probably taught you, with cheese thrown in for yumminess. Definitely helps to convinces kids to eat their vegetables!

Provided by Samantha Webb

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; whisk flour into butter until smooth. Pour milk into butter mixture and stir with a wooden spoon to combine. Cook and stir until mixture thickens, about 3 minutes. Add Cheddar cheese and stir until cheese is melted, about 3 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.6 calories, Carbohydrate 4.3 g, Cholesterol 43.1 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 245.3 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

BROCCOLI AND CARROTS IN CREAMY PARMESAN SAUCE



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Make and share this Broccoli and Carrots in Creamy Parmesan Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups broccoli florets
2 cups baby carrots
1 tablespoon snipped fresh chives
3 ounces cream cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon butter
1 garlic clove, mnced
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place broccoli and carrots in 1 inch of water in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Boil 5-7 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender or done to your liking. Drain and keep warm.
  • While vegetables are cooking, combine cream cheese, parmesan, milk, butter, garlic in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook mixture, stirring constantly, until cheese melts and mixture is smooth, hot and creamy. Do not boil cheese sauce.
  • Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
  • Plate hot vegetables and cover with cheese sauce.
  • Sprinkle with snipped chives.

BROCCOLI AND CARROTS IN CREAM CHEESE SAUCE



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Make and share this Broccoli and Carrots in Cream Cheese Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Felix4067

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups broccoli florets
2 cups baby carrots, halved
5 ounces cream cheese
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • Combine broccoli and carrots in a microwave-safe bowl; add a tablespoon of water to bowl.
  • Cover and microwave on high 8 minutes or until crisp-tender, stirring halfway through.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in a small microwave-safe bowl.
  • Microwave on high 1-2 minutes or until melted.
  • Pour cheese mixture over vegetables; stir well to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.3, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 11.1, Cholesterol 54.2, Sodium 288.1, Carbohydrate 9.7, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 3.4, Protein 7.2

Tips:

  • For a smoother sauce, blend the cream cheese mixture until smooth before adding it to the pan.
  • To make the sauce even richer, use heavy cream instead of milk.
  • If you don't have any white wine on hand, you can use chicken broth or vegetable broth instead.
  • Season the sauce to taste with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Serve the broccoli and carrots with rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

This broccoli and carrots in cream cheese sauce is a delicious and easy side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The creamy sauce is rich and flavorful, and the broccoli and carrots are cooked to perfection. This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.

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