*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                        Carrots And Peas Au Gratin

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Serving Size  : 8    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Microwave                        Vegetables

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   2      cups          sliced carrots
   2      tablespoons   water
   1      package       frozen peas -- (10 oz)
   2      tablespoons   butter or margarine
   2      tablespoons   flour
   1      cup           milk
     1/2  cup           cheddar cheese -- shredded
   1      tablespoon    butter
     1/2  cup           seasoned bread crumbs

Place carrots and water in a 2 quart casserole.  Cover.  Microwave at high
(100%) until crisp tender, 4 1/2 to 5 minutes.  Puncture the box of frozen
peas with a fork Place on paper towel in microwave oven.  Microwave at high
(100%) 4 minutes.  Place 2 tablespoons butter in a small bowl.  Microwave at
high (100%) until melted, 30 to 45 seconds.  Stir in flour and blend in milk
Microwave at medium high (70%) until thickened, 3 1/2 to 4 minutes,
stirring twice during cooking time.  Stir in cheese.  Drain carrots.  Mix peas
and carrots.  Pour cheese sauce over vegetables.  Mix 1 tablespoon butter
with bread crumbs.  Sprinkle over cheese sauce.  Microwave at medium high
(70%) until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.  Makes 8 servings.


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