Creamy Cheesy Carrot Casserole
This delicious side dish infuses sweet baby carrots with a creamy crunch. Mixed with freshly grated cheddar cheese, light cream, seasoned croutons, and more, this unique and satisfying dish pairs so well with so many proteins.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups (about 2 lbs.) cooked, sliced baby carrots
- 2 cups cheddar and garlic flavored croutons may substitute plain croutons
- 1 cup freshly grated, extra sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 eggs, slightly beaten
- ¼ cup light cream may substitute whole milk
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- 1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees
- Cook sliced carrots on stovetop until just tender. This usually takes about 15 minutes (check with a fork periodically). Drain in colander and allow to cool slightly.
- Once the carrots are slightly cooled, pour them into a greased 2-quart casserole dish. Then add the grated cheese and mix.
- Next, add the croutons and mix.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe mixing bowl (covered with plastic wrap with a little gap for venting).
- Cool slightly, then add the light cream to the bowl and stir.
- Add the slightly beaten eggs, Worcestershire sauce and salt; stir to combine.
- Pour sauce over carrot mixture, making sure that the croutons on top are coated.
- Bake, covered, in a pre-heated 400 degree oven for 20 minutes; uncover and bake 5-10 minutes more or until bubbling and slightly brown.
- Let stand 5 minutes, then serve and enjoy!
Notes
You can make this dish ahead of time! Follow the steps, cover and refrigerate for up to 8 hours. When ready to bake, follow the baking instructions. You may have to add on a few extra minutes, but I usually don't have to.
Make sure all of the croutons are covered by the sauce before baking this carrot casserole. This prevents them from drying out in the oven. It's okay if they get a little crisp and golden brown, but they shouldn't look burnt.
Refrigerate any leftovers, store in an airtight container and enjoy within 5 days.
To reheat, cover with aluminum foil and bake at 375 degrees for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition
Calories: 246kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 51mgSodium: 731mgPotassium: 254mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 12296IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 179mgIron: 1mg
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