zucchini & cauliflower cheese

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Anywhere, AL
Updated on Jul 22, 2014

We love Mac and cheese with cauliflower and when my garden started producing more zucchini then I was able to use I started trying to think of new ways to enjoy it. My husband no longer wants macaroni now he only wants zucchini! I sometimes change up the cheeses depending on what I have on hand.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake
yield

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 3 cups milk
  • 2 cups sharp cheese
  • 1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano, grated
  • 2 cups zucchini cut in small cubes
  • 2 cups cauliflower, small florets
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs, seasoned
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

How To Make zucchini & cauliflower cheese

  • Step 1
    In a saucepan, melt butter or margarine over medium heat. Stir in enough flour to make a roux. Add milk to roux slowly, stirring constantly. Stir in cheeses, and cook over low heat until cheese is melted and the sauce is a little thick.
  • Step 2
    Put raw Zucchini and cauliflower in casserole dish, and pour cheese sauce over macaroni. Stir well.
  • Step 3
    Melt butter or margarine in a skillet over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs and brown. Spread over the vegetables and cheese to cover.
  • Step 4
    Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes.

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Category: Vegetables
Category: Casseroles
Ingredient: Vegetable
Method: Bake
Culture: American

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