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Carrot Casserole

Irresistibly Creamy Carrot Casserole for Cozy Gatherings

This Creamy Cheesy Carrot Casserole is a comforting side dish that features sweet carrots and a rich, cheesy sauce, making it a must-try for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Base
  • 3 tablespoons Salted Butter Unsalted butter can be substituted
  • 1 Onion Finely chopped; use yellow or white onion
  • 1/4 cup Flour Consider gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Milk Non-dairy milk can be a great alternative
  • 1/2 cup Cream More milk can be used to lighten it up
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded; other melting cheeses can work too
For the Carrot Mixture
  • 4 cups Carrots Cooked until just tender
  • 1 tablespoon Parsley Flakes Fresh parsley can elevate the dish
For the Crunchy Topping
  • 2 cups Cornflakes Substitute with crushed Ritz crackers or bread crumbs for a variation

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • large pot
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x11 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Melt 3 tablespoons of salted butter in a large pot over medium heat, then add 1 finely chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  3. Whisk in 1/4 cup of flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper. Cook for about 3 minutes until bubbly.
  4. Gradually pour in 1 cup of milk and 1/2 cup of cream, stirring constantly to bring to a boil for about 5 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Fold in 4 cups of cooked carrots and 1 tablespoon of parsley flakes.
  6. Spread the carrot and cheese mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  7. In another bowl, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and combine with 2 cups of cornflakes until well-coated.
  8. Sprinkle the cornflake mixture evenly over the carrot casserole and bake for about 20 minutes until golden.
  9. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 860IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure even cooking by slicing carrots uniformly. Prepare ahead for stress-free cooking by refrigerating without the topping and adding it right before baking.

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