Cheddar Vegetable Bake Ragu Recipe

This Ragú® recipe contest entry is a comforting and delicious side dish, perfect for family gatherings! Imagine creamy cheddar cheese melting over tender potatoes, cauliflower, and broccoli, all nestled under a crunchy topping of breadcrumbs and toasted pine nuts. A subtle kick from jalapeños adds a delightful surprise. This easy-to-make bake is sure to become a new family favorite. #cheddarvegetablebake #ragurecipe #sidedish #comfortfood #familyrecipe #cheesebake #vegetarian #easyrecipe

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 604.9 kcal
Protein 31g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cheddar Vegetable Bake Ragu

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How to Make Cheddar Vegetable Bake Ragu

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 2 lbs cooked potatoes (diced), 1 head cauliflower (chopped into florets), 1 head broccoli (chopped into florets), 4 cloves garlic (minced), 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 jalapeños (minced, remove seeds for less heat), 1 tsp black pepper, 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, 1 cup vegetable broth, and 1.5 cups cheese sauce (your favorite recipe or store-bought).
  3. Gently toss to thoroughly coat all vegetables in the cheese sauce mixture.
  4. Transfer the vegetable mixture to a large (9x13 inch) baking dish.
  5. Evenly sprinkle 1 cup breadcrumbs over the top of the vegetables.
  6. Sprinkle 1/4 cup pine nuts evenly over the breadcrumbs.
  7. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of melted butter over the pine nuts.
  8. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

57g

Carbs

26g