Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
0.5 cup

water

2 tbsp

butter

0.5 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

pepper

0.13 tsp

garlic powder

3 unit

carrots

sliced

2 unit

green peppers

cut up

1 unit

onion

cut into wedges

2 unit

yellow squash

sliced

2 unit

zucchini

sliced

1 lb

fresh mushrooms

sliced

1 cup

cheddar cheese

shredded

Step 1
~3 min

Combine water, butter, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a Dutch oven.

Step 2
~3 min

Bring to a boil.

Step 3
~3 min

Add sliced carrots.

Step 4
~3 min

Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 5
~3 min

Add cut-up green peppers, onion wedges, sliced yellow squash, and sliced zucchini.

Step 6
~3 min

Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 7
~3 min

Stir in sliced fresh mushrooms; cover and simmer for 5 more minutes.

Step 8
~3 min

Drain any excess liquid.

Step 9
~3 min

Place vegetables in a lightly greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish.

Step 10
~3 min

Sprinkle shredded Cheddar cheese over the vegetables.

Step 11
~3 min

Broil until the cheese melts and is slightly bubbly.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast the vegetables for a deeper flavor.

Add other vegetables like broccoli or cauliflower.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Vegetables can be chopped ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish.

Serve as a light vegetarian meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Roasted fish
Quinoa

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common side dish for family meals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Holiday meal
Potluck

Popularity Score

65/100