Mixed Veg Au Gratin

Mixed vegetables baked to perfection in white sauce and cheese is – sheer indulgence! It is one of those Italian dishes that can be a great hit among kids. Set aside that store bought pizza and make this gratin with lots of veggies for a yummy and filling meal.

Serves	Preparation Time	Cooking Time
4 People	15 – 20 Minutes	15-20 Minutes

• ¼ cups sweet corn, cooked
• ¼ cup carrots, chopped
• 2-3 tbsp beans, chopped
• 2-3 tbsp peas, cooked
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning (a blend of basil, thyme and oregano)
• 1 tbsp maida
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp oil
• ¼ cup hot milk
• ¼ cup hot water
• 4 tbsp cheese, grated
• Salt and pepper to taste
• ½ tsp sugar
• Butter to grease

Method

Step 1

Steam the carrots and beans. Heat butter in a pan and add oil as well followed by crushed garlic. Now add the flour and cook it for 2-3 minutes.

Step 2

Next add milk and water and keep stirring. As it cooks it will get thicker. Once the sauce is cooked, add the veggies – corn, peas, steamed carrots and beans and the Italian seasoning. Add the salt, pepper and sugar and stir. Take it off heat.

Step 3

Grease 4 individual ramekins with butter. Fill it with the prepared filling. Sprinkle grated cheese on each of them.

Step 4

Bake in a preheated oven at 180 C for 10-15 minutes. If you are using a microwave, switch to the convection mode and then preheat it. When the cheese melts and turns light golden, it is done. Take it out of oven and let it cool a bit. Enjoy it warm.

Nutritional Information

Tip :You can also add broccoli, cauliflower, potatoes and mushrooms. For an additional kick, add some pineapple pieces.