Veggie Casserole

This is my favorite casserole for the holidays.  To make a healthier version - cut down on the Miracle Whip and use "Free," use 2% Cheddar Cheese (only 4 oz), use healthier crackers, and spray butter instead of regular butter.

1 Can Green Beans

3 Cans Mixed Veggies

1 Can Carrots

1 Can Sliced Water Chestnuts

1 Can Corn

1/4 Stalk of Celery (Chopped)

1/2 White Onion (Chopped)

1/2 Cup of Miracle Whip

Salt, Pepper, Garlic Powder

8 oz Shredded Cheddar Cheese

1 Sleeve Ritz Crackers (Crushed)

1 Stick of Butter (Cut into Tbsp)

Drain all the veggies and mix in a strainer.  Then pour into a 13 x 8 casserole dish.  Mix the veggies with the Miracle Whip.  Salt and Pepper to taste.  Add 1 tsp of Garlic Powder.  Mix 1/2 of the cheese in the veggies.  Bake at 350 for 30 minutes.  Pull dish out of the oven and top the veggies with the remaining cheddar cheese.  Put the crushed crackers on top.  Place the butter evenly on top of the crackers.  Bake for another 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted.