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Summer Veggie Casserole Recipe

July 1, 2015 by Denise 26 Comments

Welcome to a new post today and also a new topic! Recipes! Now this is completely new to me, not cooking but posting about it! lol

Inspired by many yummy recipes that I come across while browsing blogs on a daily basis I thought I want to try this and make my own. I have many self composed recipes so let’s start with this one;)

So, tell me. What is it that YOU are looking for when you browse for a new recipe? Don’t forget to let me know after you have read this recipe;)

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 This money saving, crowd pleasing meatless dish is great for the dinner and potlucks. It's easy to whip up and tastes amazing. Comes with printable recipe card! DIY Crush

My criteria for cooking is pretty simple. I like fast to cook dishes, yummy dishes, healthy dishes and dishes that don’t cost a fortune! Oh and if I could add one, I often times REALLY like meatless dishes (that’s because hubby ALWAYS wants meat! lol).

I made this amazingly simple but oh so good veggie casserole! It has carrots and broccoli among pasta but of course you could use pretty much any veggies for this.

Details:

  • all ingredients cost about $10.00 – $12.00 for this casserole.
  • It will yield a family of 6.
  • Very easy!
  • Takes 30 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to bake.

Ready to cook with me today? Let’s go!

This money saving, crowd pleasing meatless dish is great for the dinner and potlucks. It's easy to whip up and tastes amazing. Comes with printable recipe card! DIY Crush

The Ingredients:

  • 1 lbs. dry pasta
  • 1 lbs. fresh or frozen carrots (I used fresh carrots because I had them on hand)
  • 1 lbs. fresh or frozen broccoli (I only had frozen broccoli)
  • 1 – 1.5 jars of Alfredo sauce (depending on preference of creaminess)
  • some Parmesan cheese for toppings
  • 1 small bag of shredded mozzarella cheese
  • plus ground pepper, sea salt and garlic powder

This money saving, crowd pleasing meatless dish is great for the dinner and potlucks. It's easy to whip up and tastes amazing. Comes with printable recipe card! DIY Crush

Instructions

1.Boil the pasta al dente according to the package. Preheat oven to 375F/170C. Follow on with step 2 and 3 while the pasta is boiling.

2. Finely chop the carrots by hand or processor. Microwave them for about 5-7 minutes depending on if you like them a bit crunchy which I did.

This money saving, crowd pleasing meatless dish is great for the dinner and potlucks. It's easy to whip up and tastes amazing. Comes with printable recipe card! DIY Crush

3. Do the same with the broccoli. Although I bought florets they had a lot of stems left on them so I trimmed mine off.

This money saving, crowd pleasing meatless dish is great for the dinner and potlucks. It's easy to whip up and tastes amazing. Comes with printable recipe card! DIY Crush

3. When the pasta is done, drain the water and pour pasta into large mixing bowl.

This money saving, crowd pleasing meatless dish is great for the dinner and potlucks. It's easy to whip up and tastes amazing. Comes with printable recipe card! DIY Crush

4. Add the chopped carrots and broccoli and mix together.

This money saving, crowd pleasing meatless dish is great for the dinner and potlucks. It's easy to whip up and tastes amazing. Comes with printable recipe card! DIY Crush

5. Pour Alfredo over the veggies. TIP: if you prefer a more creamy casserole you can add another half jar of sauce. Season with 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp sea salt and 2 tsps garlic powder.

This money saving, crowd pleasing meatless dish is great for the dinner and potlucks. It's easy to whip up and tastes amazing. Comes with printable recipe card! DIY Crush

6. Mix all but one 3/4 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese under the veggie/pasta mix and pour into creased baking dish. I used a 12×19″ pan.

7. Sprinkle remaining shredded cheese over and about 1 cup of Parmesan cheese.

8. Place on middle rack in preheated oven and bake on 375 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until crispiness is reached.

9. Enjoy this delicious, meatless and budget friendly casserole with your whole family!

This money saving, crowd pleasing meatless dish is great for the dinner and potlucks. It's easy to whip up and tastes amazing. Comes with printable recipe card! DIY Crush

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  1. Anne @Authentic Simplicity says

    July 2, 2015 at 1:14 pm

    This sounds really yummy! I would have to do something different for the Alfredo sauce because of allergies, etc., but it sounds super delicious and inexpensive.

    Reply
    • Denise says

      July 2, 2015 at 4:27 pm

      Thank you so much for visiting! You can also use half & half and parmesan cheese, heated and mixed with a little flour to thicken it.

      Reply
  2. Jasmine Watts says

    July 2, 2015 at 1:37 pm

    This looks so easy to do! Thanks! I have it bookmarked I love finding fast and easy vegetarian recipes.

    Reply
    • Denise says

      July 2, 2015 at 4:27 pm

      It’s very easy and I love vegetarian dishes! 😉 Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  3. Carlee says

    July 2, 2015 at 11:10 pm

    This looks delicious! I love having a few recipes that come together quickly in a pinch. This would be a perfect meal for a busy day!

    Reply
    • Denise says

      July 3, 2015 at 9:07 am

      Thanks!! Yes it’s quick to make and the ingredients could be on hand if you use frozen carrots and broccoli! Thanks for visiting!

      Reply
  4. Cucicucicoo: Ecological Living says

    July 3, 2015 at 6:07 am

    Looks really yummy! 🙂 Lisa

    Reply
    • Denise says

      July 3, 2015 at 9:07 am

      Thanks, Lisa!!

      Reply
  5. Penny Struebig says

    July 3, 2015 at 7:46 am

    YUM! This looks delish and easy — a winning combination.

    Reply
    • Denise says

      July 3, 2015 at 9:07 am

      Thanks for visiting, Penny!!

      Reply
  6. Meg @ Pinch of Nutmeg says

    July 3, 2015 at 11:04 pm

    This looks so wonderful! I’m also a fan of meatless recipes even though I’m not a vegetarian. I also love that this is sort of an all in one side dish-carb and veggie-that would go along perfectly with a meat main. Pinned and can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
    • Denise says

      July 4, 2015 at 10:38 am

      Thanks for your comment, Meg! Yes, I agree! It would make a perfect side for meat! My husband said so too! 😉

      Reply
  7. Jamie | anderson + grant says

    July 3, 2015 at 11:29 pm

    This sounds like a recipe I would try…..I look for ones that are unique yet don’t have weird ingredients or things mixed together that shouldn’t be. Great job!

    Reply
    • Denise says

      July 4, 2015 at 10:39 am

      Thank you, Jamie! It also makes a lot so there will be leftovers, at least at my house and we are only 4!

      Reply
  8. Amanda says

    July 6, 2015 at 10:41 pm

    i SO need to try this casserole! it looks absolutely delicious and just perfect for a summer dinner! pinning & sharing 🙂

    Reply
    • Denise says

      July 7, 2015 at 8:33 am

      Thank you!! I appreciate you visiting!!

      Reply
  9. Beth Willis miller says

    July 7, 2015 at 5:19 am

    Sounds delicious! Thank you for sharing. Many blessings to you ❤️

    Reply
    • Denise says

      July 7, 2015 at 8:33 am

      Thank you for stopping by!!

      Reply
  10. Rose @ Walnut Acre says

    July 7, 2015 at 6:48 am

    This looks delicious!

    Reply
    • Denise says

      July 7, 2015 at 8:33 am

      Thanks so much!! Glad you visited!

      Reply
  11. Theresa @DearCreatives says

    July 8, 2015 at 12:10 am

    Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight Party! Pinned & shared. Hope to see you again on the blog and twitter 😉

    Reply
  12. Gerry Buck says

    July 9, 2015 at 4:34 pm

    Sounds like my wifes old standby, broccoli casseroklle with carrots added. The Alfredo sauce sounds good as well as the Parmesan cheese [she used cheddar or Mexican blend depending on her mood] This sounds like a keeper. Will def try.

    Reply
    • Denise says

      July 10, 2015 at 5:04 pm

      Thank you Gerry! So glad you stopped by!

      Reply
  13. Suzanne says

    July 11, 2015 at 9:14 am

    This looks delicious! Thanks for linking up to Saturday Sparks. You have been featured today.
    Suzanne
    Pieced Pastimes

    Reply
    • Denise says

      July 11, 2015 at 10:50 am

      Oh that’s so wonderful! thanks so much!! I’ll hop over to see it now;)

      Reply
  14. Lou Lou Girls says

    July 11, 2015 at 1:37 pm

    Oh Yum! I get so excited each week to see what you have been working on because it’s always AMAZING! Thank you for sharing this with us. Pinned and tweeted. I hope to see you on Monday at 7 pm, so we can party!!!! Lou Lou Girls

    Reply

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