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    Home » Recipes » Lunch/Dinner » Creamy Vegetable Sauce

    Published: May 24, 2018 · Modified: Jul 6, 2022 by Maureen Celestine with 19 Comments

    Creamy Vegetable Sauce

    This aromatic creamy vegetable sauce with pork makes for a perfect weeknight dinner. The sauce combines simmered vegetables in a creamy sauce with center-cut pork chops.

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    I need a few seconds to catch my breath. Phew! I had one heck of a weekend. It was filled with food and more food(my taste buds are on overdrive). I spent the weekend reconnecting with loved ones, from graduation to celebrating my son's buddy's birthday. Oh, I also stuffed my face with an abundance of mouth-watering treats. Since we can't reach the rainbow, we have to eat it! I was in a food coma by Monday morning. Don't you worry, I will be sharing some of the recipes from the gatherings before the end of summer?

     

    I can already see this summer packed with adventurous activities. Hold up! Can you smell that? No, not the food, silly, It's Summer! Blazing hot, itchy summer, at least that's how it feels the majority of the time here in Texas.

    Moving along, today, I will be sharing an easy sauce for vegetables that is quick and easy to put together. Honestly, don't we all love to minimize dishwashing, especially after a long day of work or running errands? This creamy pork chops recipe is an absolute time saver as dishwashing is kept to an absolute minimum!

     

    One of the many reasons I love this time of the year is the abundance of fresh vegetables at our disposal. Buying inexpensive, in-season vegetables makes them taste so much better!. I visit my local grocery store for fresh vegetables, herbs, and fruits at least once or twice a week. It's no wonder that I invested in a bit of herb garden; I hope it pays off in a couple of months.

    TIME-SAVING TIP FOR CUTTING VEGETABLES

    I cannot stress enough how the Mandoline vegetable slicer is a lifesaver. I remember when it started trending years back with the spiralizer, I said: "people are just lazy; how have they been slicing vegetables all these years?" Boy, was I ignorant?

    Don't get me wrong; you can spend 15 to 20 minutes chopping or slicing your vegetables by hand or spend less than 5 minutes using a mandoline to cut up a mound of veggies.

    EQUIPMENT

    I have tried a couple on the market but fell in love with the  Mueller Austria V-Pro 5 Blade Adjustable Mandoline Slicer because of its precision and adjustable knob. I wasn't paid to promote this, but as always in the kitchen, I am constantly searching for gadgets that will help me save time, and I feel the strong urge to share this one (scroll to the end of this post).

     

     

     

    Ingredients

    Some of the main ingredients for this cream sauce with milk:

    • pork chops
    • onion
    • garlic
    • carrots
    • peppers
    • mushrooms
    • zucchini
    • sour cream
    • broth
    • spices: garam masala, cayenne, salt, and black pepper

    How to make a white cream sauce

    • Prep the vegetables by washing them thoroughly, and pat dry with a dish towel or paper towel afterward. Slice the vegetables evenly thin for even cooking.
    • Next, cook the meat until it's browned on each side.
    • Saute the onion, garlic, and the rest of the vegetables.
    • Once the vegetables are almost fork-tender, whisk in the milk, sour cream, and cornstarch.
    • season with spices
    • Slice the meat and return it to the skillet
    • Cook and serve

    I mainly serve this milk-based cream sauce with rice. You can also use the white cream sauce for pasta.

     

    Variations and Substitutions

    For this easy cream sauce for a pasta recipe, I used a combination of milk and sour cream for a smooth finish. I usually make my sauce spicy, then tone it down with heavy cream or milk; the flavor combination is heavenly.

    Make it vegan: If you want to make this creamed vegetables vegan, you can omit the dairy and use vegetable broth instead. You can substitute the meat for tofu or tempeh for an easy vegan weeknight dish. Add a little more spice to elevate the taste to your liking.

     

    This easy white sauce for pasta or rice is a quick and straightforward recipe that comes together in 30 minutes. Give it a try and let me know how you like it.

    While you are here, why not take a moment to follow "@worldlytreat" on our social media handles. If you don't have the time to make this recipe now, save it later using Pinterest. To pin, click on the red P icon on the image or click the social link below. Please share with your friends and save them the headache of scouting for what to make for dinner; they will thank you later. We'll talk soon, have a pleasant weekend loves.

     

     

    * This post may contain affiliate links, meaning that I make a small commission if you want to purchase any of the products with the links listed. It does not change the price in any way. Thanks for the continuous support.

    Creamy Veggie Medley Sauce

    This aromatic one pot veggie sauce makes for a perfect weeknight dinner. The sauce combines a host of vegetables that are simmered in a creamy sauce with center cut pork chops.
    5 from 40 votes
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    Course: Dinner
    Cuisine: American, international
    Prep Time: 12 minutes
    Cook Time: 18 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 391.74kcal
    Author: Maureen Celestine

    Ingredients

    • 1 lbs bone-in center-cut pork chops ( or protein of choice)
    • 3 tablespoons grapeseed oil
    • 1 medium onion, sliced
    • 3 garlic cloves, minced
    • 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
    • 3 Sweet peppers, thinly sliced ( or Bell pepper)
    • 2 portabello mushrooms, sliced
    • 3 medium zucchini, sliced (I used a combination of zukes and yellow squash)
    • 1 cup chicken broth or milk
    • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
    • ½ cup sour cream
    • 2 teaspoon garam masala
    • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • Salt & Black pepper to taste.

    Instructions

    • Season pork with ½ teaspoons of salt, black pepper, and cayenne. Set aside.
    • Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meat and allow to brown on each side for 6 minutes. As each piece browns, remove it from the skillet and set aside.
    • Add the remainder tablespoons of oil in the same skillet. Add the onion, garlic, and carrot. Saute for 1 minute. Add the rest of the vegetables and cook for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, whisk the milk, sour cream and cornstarch until smooth. Stir in the liquid into the sauce. Season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne. Allow to cook for 4 minutes or until the sauce is frothy.
    • Slice the meat into strips if desired. Return the meat to the skillet. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 minutes or until vegetables are fork soft. Remove from heat.
    • Serve over hot cooked pasta or rice. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

    Notes

    P.S: If the sauce is too thick, loosen with water, and adjust the taste.
    PPS: If you don’t like your carrot slightly crunchy, steam it for 5 minutes before adding it to the skillet.
     
    Adapted from Waste less, save money 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 | Calories: 391.74kcal | Carbohydrates: 22.71g | Protein: 22.98g | Fat: 24.11g | Sodium: 531.26mg | Potassium: 1196.75mg | Fiber: 5.86g | Sugar: 12.14g | Vitamin A: 3892.72IU | Vitamin C: 125.54mg | Iron: 2.24mg
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    Comments

    1. Nora says

      June 11, 2018 at 3:06 pm

      Hi there, so am having a full house this weekend, and would love to try out this recipe ( ONE POT CREAMY VEGGIE MEDLEY SAUCE) what can i substitute with the "zucchini" if i dont get it around here?

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        June 12, 2018 at 7:05 am

        Yay! For the full house...You can substitute the zucchini with yellow squash or eggplant for better flavor. Hope this helps? Good luck👍🏽!

        Reply
    2. Julie Plagens says

      July 01, 2018 at 3:12 pm

      What a tasty treat on a cold night. Good for a family meal.

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        July 02, 2018 at 11:18 am

        That's right Julie! Thanks for stopping by.

        Reply
    3. Paige Marie says

      July 01, 2018 at 3:27 pm

      This looks so delicious! I have an herb garden and love cooking with fresh ingredients! Seems like an easy recipe! I may just give it a try!

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        July 02, 2018 at 11:15 am

        I love herb gardens! Yes, it's pretty easy, I hope you give it a try. Thanks for stopping by Paige!

        Reply
    4. Diana says

      July 02, 2018 at 2:44 am

      This looks so good and a great way to get more veggies in my diet! I'll have to share this with my vegan cousins as they're always looking for more options!

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        July 02, 2018 at 11:01 am

        Yes, Diana, it's a perfect way to enjoy more veggies. Thanks for the share!

        Reply
    5. Becca Wilson says

      July 02, 2018 at 9:37 am

      I absolutely love my veggies! This looks like it would be so very tasty.

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        July 02, 2018 at 10:56 am

        Same here, Becca! The sauce is full of flavor. Thanks for stopping by.

        Reply
    6. Lisa Rios says

      July 02, 2018 at 10:13 am

      OMG this looks ssssoooooo good! Thank you for sharing this yumminess! I'm so hungry rn and I wish I had ingredients for this.

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        July 02, 2018 at 10:50 am

        My pleasure, Lisa. A quick run to the grocery and you are all set. Thanks for stopping by.

        Reply
    7. Elizabeth O says

      July 02, 2018 at 10:53 am

      Ooh this dish looks so incredible. It would be such a great addition to a family dinner night or a garden party. I definitely would love to give this a try.

      Reply
    8. Nina says

      July 02, 2018 at 12:18 pm

      oh my goodness, I love the presentation, it is so mouthwatering. I would love to try this out at home. simply, so beautiful

      Reply
    9. Britney says

      July 02, 2018 at 5:48 pm

      Wow! This looks so savory and thick! Made my mouth watering reading about it and seeing the pics!

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        July 03, 2018 at 7:01 pm

        hahaha, Britney. I am glad it did, thanks!

        Reply
    10. Preet says

      July 03, 2018 at 12:50 am

      I would love to try making this recipe. My husband would absolutely love these. This would disappear in no time at our house!

      Reply
      • Maureen Celestine says

        July 03, 2018 at 7:10 pm

        I bet! Preet. It's finger licking good.

        Reply
    11. Jennifer Prince says

      July 03, 2018 at 3:14 am

      This looks so fresh and delicious. I adore veggies and cream sauce, and this looks like it would be a hit with my family for sure.

      Reply

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