Description

This Creamy Winter Vegetable Casserole is a comforting, hearty dish perfect for chilly days. Loaded with broccoli, carrots, and cauliflower mixed into a creamy blend of mushroom soup, sour cream, and cheddar cheese, it’s topped with crispy golden tater tots for a delightful textural contrast. Easy to prepare and bake, this casserole makes an excellent side or vegetarian main that serves 6 to 8 people.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

2 cups broccoli florets
1 ½ cups sliced carrots
2 cups cauliflower florets

Creamy Mixture

1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
¾ cup sour cream
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder

Topping

1 bag (28–32 oz) frozen tater tots
2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent the casserole from sticking.
Mix Creamy Base: In a large bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, ¾ cup of shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until smooth and well blended.
Add Vegetables: Add the broccoli florets, sliced carrots, and cauliflower florets into the creamy mixture. Stir well to coat all the vegetables evenly.
Transfer Mixture: Spread this vegetable and cream mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, creating a uniform layer.
Add Cheese Layer: Sprinkle the remaining ¾ cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the vegetable mixture.
Arrange Tater Tots: Place the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese, covering the entire surface.
Bake: Bake the casserole uncovered for 35–40 minutes until the mixture is bubbling and the tater tots are crispy and golden brown.
Optional Broil: For an extra crispy topping, switch your oven to broil and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes. Watch closely to avoid burning.
Rest Before Serving: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes to set slightly for easier serving.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley on top if desired, then serve warm and enjoy your creamy winter vegetable casserole.

Notes

The parsley garnish is optional but adds a fresh color and flavor contrast to the dish.
You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of celery or chicken soup if preferred.
For a dairy-free version, use lactose-free sour cream and cheese alternatives.
Make sure to arrange tater tots in a single layer for even crisping.
Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven for the best texture retention.