Veg-All Casserole Recipe
If you’re looking for a simple yet satisfying side dish guaranteed to please, this Veg-All Casserole is it! It’s pure comfort food with a creamy vegetable filling and a buttery cracker topping. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner, bringing a dish to a potluck, or planning your holiday menu, this casserole is always a hit — and the first to disappear.
This dish has been a staple in my family for years. It’s the original Veg All casserole recipe my mom made, and it’s stood the test of time. With just a handful of pantry staples, you can have this dish ready in under an hour. It’s the perfect addition to any gathering, from festive holiday feasts to casual backyard cookouts.
We love casseroles and good food in our home and have them weekly. A few of our favorite vegetable casseroles are Cabbage Casserole with Ritz Crackers, Jiffy Corn Casserole with Cheese, and Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans. They are always requested and loved by all. They are easy to make, and leftovers are great for lunch the next day.
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💗 Why You’ll Love This Dish
My family looks forward to this dish, especially during the holiday season.
- Quick and Easy: This is one of the easiest vegetable casserole recipes to make, and it comes together in minutes.
- Budget-Friendly: This recipe uses affordable pantry staples, making it easy on the wallet.
- Perfect for Gatherings: Whether it’s a potluck, cookout, or family holiday, this dish always disappears fast.
- Tested and Perfected: This is a family favorite that’s been made for years, so it has been tested and perfected and is always requested.
- Make-Ahead Dish: Assemble the casserole a day ahead, cover, and refrigerate. When you’re ready to bake, add the cracker topping and pop it in the oven. This is a great way to save time during the holidays.
🛒 Ingredients Needed
This mixed vegetable casserole is loaded with flavor and sure to become a favorite at your table, too! Please see the printable recipe card for a complete list of ingredients and amounts. Here’s what makes this casserole so delicious:
- Veg-All: A canned vegetable blend found in the same aisle as other canned vegetables. It’s packed with carrots, potatoes, green beans, corn, peas, and lima beans. If you can’t find Veg-All, combine your favorites with another mixed vegetable.
- Onion: Diced onion adds flavor that balances the creamy base.
- Cream of Mushroom Soup: This rich soup creates a creamy vegetable casserole with a smooth texture. Feel free to use another creamy soup if desired.
- Sour Cream: Adds creaminess and a slight tang that enhances the overall flavor.
- Mayonnaise: Contributes to the creamy texture and richness.
- Salt and Black Pepper: Simple seasonings that bring out the flavors of the other ingredients. Feel free to add a few of your favorite seasonings, such as garlic and onion powder.
- Shredded Cheese: Melty cheese adds that irresistible gooeyness we all love. I choose Cheddar, but you can mix in Monterey Jack or Colby for variety.
- Ritz Crackers: Crushed Ritz crackers create a buttery, crispy topping that adds the perfect crunch. Any brand of butter cracker will work.
- Butter: Melted butter mixed with the cracker topping makes it golden and delicious. I use salted butter, but unsalted will work as well.
🔪 How To Make Vegetable Casserole
This original veg-all casserole recipe comes together quickly and is ready to bake in no time. The recipe card below provides the exact amounts and step-by-step instructions.
Step 1: Mix It Up. Grab a big mixing bowl and toss in everything except the cracker crumbs and butter. Stir it all together until well combined.
Step 2: Fill the Dish. Pour that creamy vegetable casserole into your prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Step 3: Cracker Topping. In a small bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter. Sprinkle the buttery goodness all over the top. This is what gives the casserole its crunch!
Step 4: Bake It Up. Pop this easy vegetable casserole in the oven at 350°F and bake for 35-45 minutes until it’s hot, bubbly, and golden brown. Once it’s done, let it cool for a few minutes before serving — if you can wait that long!
💭 Pro Tips
- Crush Those Crackers: Place your Ritz crackers in a zip-top bag and give them a good crush with a rolling pin (or your hands) for the perfect crumb size — not too fine, not too chunky.
- Drain Veggies Well: Be sure to drain your canned vegetables well to avoid a watery casserole.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
So many main food dishes go great with this veg-all casserole recipe. This versatile side dish is perfect for a variety of occasions:
- Holiday Menu: This is a must-have side dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, or any other holiday. Its creamy texture and buttery topping pair perfectly with any main dish.
- Potlucks & Cookouts: It’s easy to transport, serves a crowd, and is always a hit at gatherings.
- Sunday Dinner: For a comforting family meal, serve it alongside these oven-baked breaded chicken tenders, deep-fried pork chops, or the best homemade meatloaf recipe.
- Weeknight Side Dish: This quick and easy vegetable casserole goes great with meals like grilled BBQ chicken drumsticks or grilled summer burgers.
❔ Recipe FAQs
If you are lucky enough to have leftovers, they will reheat nicely and be fabulous the next day. Store any remaining casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator and enjoy it within a few days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed.
You can absolutely reheat this dish.
Oven Method: Place your leftovers in an oven-safe dish and cover them loosely with foil to prevent the topping from over-browning. Heat at 350 degrees until warm throughout.
Microwave Method: Place the desired amount on a microwave-safe plate and heat for a minute or two or until warm throughout.
If you can’t find Veg-All, substitute with two cans of mixed vegetables or your favorite combination of canned veggies.
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📋 Recipe
Veg-All Casserole Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 (15oz.) cans Veg-All OR 1 (29oz.) can Veg-All or Mixed Vegetables, drained well
- 1 cup Onion diced
- 1 (10.5 oz.) can Cream of Mushroom Soup
- 1 cup Sour Cream
- ½ cup Mayonnaise
- Salt and Black Pepper to taste
- 1 cup Shredded Cheese
- 1 sleeve Ritz Crackers crushed, or any buttery cracker
- ½ cup Butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9" x 13" casserole dish with nonstick spray.
- Combine all ingredients except the cracker crumbs and butter in a large bowl. Mix well until combined.
- Pour that creamy vegetable mixutre into your prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Mix the crushed crackers and melted butter in a small bowl. Sprinkle on top of the casserole.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Once it's done, let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
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- Crush Those Crackers: Place your Ritz crackers in a zip-top bag and give them a good crush with a rolling pin (or your hands) for the perfect crumb size — not too fine, not too chunky.
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- Drain Veggies Well: Be sure to drain your canned vegetables well to avoid a watery casserole.
- Use Favorite Vegetables: If you prefer, you can use your favorite mixed vegetables for this vegetable casserole. Green beans, carrots, peas, and potatoes are all great options.
- Swap the Cheese: Feel free to use your favorite cheeses. Sharp cheddar cheese, Monterey, and Colby Jack Cheese are great swaps.
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A simple dish that always shows up on our holiday table and one of the first to disappear.