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Vegetable Casserole with Velveeta and Ritz Cracker Topping Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Description

This comforting Vegetable Casserole features a hearty mix of frozen broccoli, carrots, and cauliflower topped with creamy Velveeta cheese and a buttery Ritz cracker crust. It’s a simple, delicious dish perfect for family dinners or potlucks, combining creamy, cheesy, and crunchy textures in every bite.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 1 (16 ounce) bag frozen broccoli
  • 1 (16 ounce) bag frozen carrots
  • 1 (16 ounce) bag frozen cauliflower

Toppings

  • 1 (16 ounce) package Velveeta, sliced
  • 1 roll Ritz crackers, crushed
  • 1/4 cup butter (1/2 stick), melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Microwave Vegetables: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the frozen broccoli, carrots, and cauliflower. Microwave uncovered on high for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are warmed through. This step softens the vegetables before baking.
  2. Assemble the Casserole: Transfer the warmed vegetables into a 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading them evenly. Arrange the sliced Velveeta cheese evenly over the top of the vegetables, which will melt and create a creamy layer.
  3. Prepare the Topping: In a medium bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated. This buttery cracker mixture will provide a crunchy topping.
  4. Bake: Sprinkle the cracker topping evenly over the Velveeta-covered vegetables. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the cracker topping is a golden brown color, indicating a crisp texture.

Notes

  • Note 1: You can use fresh vegetables if preferred; blanch them briefly before assembling to match the moisture and softness of frozen.
  • Note 2: Velveeta cheese provides a smooth, meltable texture; you can substitute with other processed cheese slices but may alter the creaminess.
  • Note 3: Crushing Ritz crackers finely and mixing well with butter ensures a golden, crispy topping rather than a soggy one.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/vegetable-casserole-with-velveeta-and-ritz-cracker-topping-recipe/