Cheesy Vegetable Medley

Ingredients:

• 3 cups fresh broccoli
• 3 cups fresh cauliflowers
• 2 cups carrots, julienned
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 8 ounces macaroni, cooked and drained
• 16 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
• 16 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
• 3/4 cup cream
• 3/4 cup bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Method:

1. Place broccoli and cauliflower in a steamer basket. Place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil.
2. Cover and steam for 5-8 minutes.
3. Rinse in cold water; drain and set aside.
4. Repeat the same with carrots and onion, steaming for 4-5 minutes.
5. Place vegetables in a large bowl; add the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Stir in the cooked macaroni.
6. Spoon half into a greased baking dish. Sprinkle with half of the mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Repeat layers.
7. Pour cream over the top. Sprinkle with bread crumbs; dot with butter.
8. Top with Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-40 minutes or until bubbly.
9. Serve hot.