Cream Vegetables

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Cuisine: American

A silky, creamy side that turns ordinary vegetables into a luscious, buttery comfort dish, perfect for quick weeknight meals and family gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup mayo
  • 2 tablespoons sliced green onion
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Cook the vegetables according to the package directions.
  2. While the vegetables cook, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Add the flour to the melted butter and stir until a smooth roux forms, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring the mixture stays smooth.
  5. Stir in the mayonnaise, salt, and sliced green onions, and let the sauce simmer until it thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Drain the cooked vegetables and return them to the pot or a serving dish.
  7. Pour the creamy sauce over the vegetables, tossing gently to coat evenly.
  8. Serve hot as a comforting side dish.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

511 kcal 26% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.8g 10% DV
Total Fat 36.3g 46% DV
Carbs 41.1g 15% DV
Fiber 1.5g 5% DV
Sugar 13.2g 26% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9932mg 100% DV
Potassium 174.3mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 85.3mg 28% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 59.5mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 8.6mg 10% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 131.8mg 10% DV
Iron 3.2mg 18% DV
Contains Milk Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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