CREAM-OF-THE-CROP VEGGIES

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Veggies can be a hard get-go for kids. So let them choose from the garden patch and they'll end up eating everything without a scrap left. -Lorraine Caland, Shuniah, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 16 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

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Ingredients

3 quarts water
4 medium carrots, sliced
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen peas
2 small yellow summer squash, halved and cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 pound fresh wax beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/3 cup minced fresh chives
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup creme fraiche or sour cream
3 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil
4 teaspoons snipped fresh dill
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a Dutch oven over high heat, bring water to a boil. Add carrots and peas; cook, uncovered, 3 minutes. Add squash and cook 1 minute longer or until crisp-tender. Remove vegetables and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry. Repeat with wax and green beans, cooking them separately until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes., Place all vegetables in a large bowl. Sprinkle with chives; toss to combine., In a small bowl, mix the remaining ingredients. Add to vegetables; toss gently to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 3-4 hours or until cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 117mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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Md Shariful Islam Jihad

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I'm always looking for new and interesting recipes. This one is definitely a keeper!

niru thapa

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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a few odds and ends in my fridge, and this recipe is a great way to turn them into a delicious meal.

Abigail Umoh

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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use any vegetables you like, and you can adjust the seasonings to your taste.

Nossy Gebza

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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the creamy sauce and the colorful vegetables.

Haider khokhar

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I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.

Aims Khan

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This recipe is a great way to use up seasonal vegetables. I love that I can customize it to whatever vegetables I have on hand.

Sadiya Aktar

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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.

Nasreen Akhter

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I'm always looking for healthy and delicious recipes. This one fits the bill perfectly.

Young Dylan

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This recipe is a great way to sneak more vegetables into your diet. My kids didn't even realize they were eating vegetables.

Suraj Thapa

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I made this recipe for my kids and they loved it. They even asked for seconds.

Yunusa Adamu

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This recipe is perfect for a potluck or party. It's easy to make ahead of time and it always gets rave reviews.

Langga Bisaya

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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new and interesting recipes. This one is a keeper!

Glynn Lane

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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a few odds and ends in my fridge, and this recipe is a great way to turn them into a delicious meal.