Vegetables with Sauce
From: Jean-Claude B., Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Comments: Oven: 700 watts
Preparation time: 19 minutes
Waiting time: none
Servings: 6
IngredientsPreparation
  • 4 ounces [113 g] whole, frozen tiny onions
  • 12 ounces [340 g] frozen sliced carrots
  • 9 ounces [255 g] frozen broccoli pieces
Sauce
  • 2 ounces [56 g] butter or margarine
  • 6 teaspoons [30 mL] cornstarch
  • 1 1/4 cups [310 mL] milk
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons [30 g] grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 ounces [113 g] grated Gruyere cheese
  • Arrange tiny onions into a large, microwave-safe casserole; cover and microwave on 'MAXIMUM' for 5 minutes, stirring at half-time.
  • Add carrot slices; microwave on 'MAXIMUM' for 2 minutes more.
  • Add broccoli pieces; microwave for 8 to 11 minutes, still on 'MAXIMUM', until tender.
  • Drain vegetables; reserve.
  • Into a bowl, prepare sauce.
  • Melt butter or margarine covered on 'MAXIMUM' for 30 to 60 seconds.
  • Stir in cornstarch; slowly pour in milk, stirring.
  • Season with salt and pepper; microwave on 'MAXIMUM' for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring every minute.
  • Stir in grated Parmesan and Gruyere cheeses.
  • Microwave on 'MEDIUM' for 30 to 40 seconds.
  • Mix well before pouring sauce over reserved, drained vegetables.