Creamy Baked Carrot and Broccoli Casserole

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F. Bring 1 inch of water to a boil in a saucepan. Add the carrots, cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes until crisp-tender. Add the broccoli, cover and simmer for 6-8 minutes longer until the vegetables are crisp-tender. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   In a small saucepan, cook and stir the cheese and 1/4 cup of the butter over medium heat until smooth. Stir the cheese sauce into the cooked vegetables until well combined.

3. 3

   Melt the remaining 1/2 cup of butter. Toss the melted butter with the crushed crackers. Spread a third of the cracker mixture in a greased 2.5-quart baking dish. Top with half of the vegetable mixture. Repeat the layers, then top with the remaining cracker mixture.

4. 4

   Bake the casserole uncovered for 35-40 minutes, until heated through and the topping is golden brown.