1 cauliflower, broken in pieces
1 broccoli, trimmed and cut in pieces
6 lg. carrots, trimmed, scraped and cut in strips

In a large pot of boiling water, steam about 4 minutes. Place cauliflower, broccoli, and carrots, in this order, in ice water bath to stop cooking. Top with cheese sauce.

CHEESE SAUCE:

1/4 c. butter
1/4 c. flour
2 1/2 c. milk
2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1/4 tsp. pepper
10 oz. sharp cheddar cheese, grated

Melt butter in saucepan over low heat. Whisk the flour into butter, cook for 1 minute. Add the milk, whisking all the while. Lower the heat. Cook until mixture is thick. Add mustard and pepper. Gradually whisk the cheese in until smooth. Do not boil. Pour over the vegetables. Bake at 325 degrees for 20-25 minutes.