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**Baked Vegetable Medley with Cheese Sauce: A Comforting and Flavorful Dish**
This easy-to-make recipe combines the natural flavors of vegetables with a velvety cheese sauce that ties everything together perfectly. It’s a family-friendly dish that even picky eaters will enjoy!
### Why You’ll Love This Baked Vegetable Medley with Cheese Sauce:
– **Rich and Creamy**: The homemade cheese sauce is smooth, creamy, and adds a luscious texture to the veggies.
– **Nutrient-Packed**: This dish is filled with a variety of vegetables, making it both a tasty and healthy option.
– **Versatile**: You can customize the vegetable mix based on what you have on hand or what’s in season.
– **Perfect for Any Meal**: Whether you serve it as a side dish for a weeknight dinner or as part of a special holiday spread, this dish is sure to impress.
#### For the Vegetable Medley:
– 2 cups broccoli florets
– 1 cup cauliflower florets
– 1 cup carrots, sliced
– 1 cup zucchini, sliced
– 1/2 cup bell peppers, chopped (optional)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Cheese Sauce:
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
– 1 1/2 cups milk (whole milk is preferred for a creamier sauce)
– 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar and mozzarella for a gooey finish)
– 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– A pinch of paprika (optional, for extra flavor)