Cauliflower and Broccoli in Swiss Cheese Sauce

By smleonard

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli florets* (8 ounces)
• 4 cups cauliflower florets* (16 ounces)
• 1 14- to 16-ounce jar Alfredo pasta sauce
• 6 ounces process Swiss cheese, torn (1 1/2 cups)
• 1 large chopped onion (1 large)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme, oregano, or basil, crushed
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup ranch-flavor sliced almonds (optional)

Details

Servings 10

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a 3 1/2- or 4-quart slow cooker, combine broccoli, cauliflower, pasta sauce, Swiss cheese, onion, thyme, and pepper.

2. Cover; cook on low-heat setting for 6 to 7 hours or on high-heat setting for 3 to 3 1/2 hours.

3. Stir gently before serving. If desired, sprinkle with almonds. Makes 10 servings

Note: If you like, substitute 1 1/2 16-ounce packages (about 8 cups) frozen broccoli and cauliflower florets for the fresh. Prepare as directed.