Creamy Broccoli-Bacon Bake

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings: 8

WHAT YOU NEED

  • 6 cups small broccoli florets
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 1 tub (8 oz.) cream cheese spread
  • 2 Tbsp. milk
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 3/4 cup shredded CRACKER BARREL Sharp Yellow Cheddar Cheese
  • 4 slices cooked bacon, chopped

LET’S MAKE IT

  • Heat oven to 425°F.
  • Add broccoli and carrots to saucepan of boiling water; cook 2 to 3 min. or until crisp-tender. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup cooking water. Meanwhile, mix next 3 ingredients until blended.
  • Return cooked vegetables to saucepan. Add cream cheese mixture and onions; stir until vegetables are evenly coated with sauce, adding reserved cooking water if necessary for desired consistency.
  • Spoon into 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray; top with shredded cheese and bacon. Cover.
  • Bake 25 min. or until heated through, uncovering for the last 5 min.