Assorted vegetables topped with Muenster cheese and crushed crackers make a hearty Midwest side dish.

Heartland Vegetable Medley

3 cups peeled 1-inch cubes butternut squash
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 cups broccoli florets
2 cups 2-inch strips red pepper
1 cup sliced red onion
1/3 cup light balsamic vinaigrette dressing
1/2 cup shredded Muenster cheese
1/3 cup crushed buttery crackers

1. Place squash in medium saucepan and cover with water. Bring to boil. Cook 3 to 4 minutes or until just tender. Drain squash; set aside.
2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet on medium-high. Add broccoli, peppers and onion. Cook and stir vegetables for 10 to 12 minutes or until they are crisp-tender. Add squash, vinaigrette; heat through.
3. Place vegetables in a shallow serving bowl. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the vegetables. Microwave on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese melts. Sprinkle top with crushed crackers.

Makes 8 servings.

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy of www.butterball.com.