Carrot Casserole Recipe 🥕🧀
Description
This Carrot Casserole recipe is a cherished family tradition, passed down from my mother-in-law. It’s a quintessential dish on our Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner tables, adding a burst of flavor and warmth to our festive gatherings. While it’s not exactly a health food, with its decadent blend of carrots, cheese, and butter, we indulge guilt-free knowing it’s a once-a-year treat worth savoring!
- Recipe Category: Vegetable 🥦
- Keywords: Low Protein, Christmas, Thanksgiving, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy 🎄🦃🕒🍽️
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 367.5
- Fat Content: 29.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 16.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 66.8mg
- Sodium Content: 946.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 20.9g
- Fiber Content: 3g
- Sugar Content: 5.5g
- Protein Content: 5.7g
Ingredients
- 4 large carrots 🥕
- 1 onion 🧅
- 3 tablespoons butter 🧈
- 1 teaspoon salt 🧂
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 🧀
- 1/2 cup seasoned croutons 🍞
Instructions
| Time | Action |
|---|---|
| 20 minutes | Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). |
| 20 minutes | Peel and slice the carrots into rounds, and dice the onion. |
| 5 minutes | In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion in 3 tablespoons of butter until tender. |
| 5 minutes | In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed onion, cream of mushroom soup, salt, pepper, |
| shredded cheddar cheese, and 1 1/2 cups of seasoned croutons. Mix well. | |
| 5 minutes | Add the sliced carrots to the mixture and stir until evenly coated. |
| 1 minute | Pour 1/4 cup of melted butter over the carrot mixture, ensuring it’s well-distributed. |
| 1 minute | Place the remaining melted butter into a bowl with the remaining 1/2 cup of seasoned croutons. |
| Toss until the croutons are coated in butter. | |
| 1 minute | Spread the butter-coated croutons evenly over the top of the carrot mixture in the baking dish. |
| 25 minutes | Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or |
| until the carrots are tender. | |
| Total Time: 45 minutes | Enjoy the delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen as the Carrot Casserole bakes to perfection! |
Tips
- For a crunchy topping, broil the casserole for a few minutes after baking.
- Feel free to add a sprinkle of parsley or thyme for extra flavor and a pop of color.
- Customize the recipe by adding your favorite herbs or spices to suit your taste preferences.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this indulgent Carrot Casserole as a side dish alongside your favorite holiday mains, such as roast turkey, glazed ham, or roasted vegetables. It’s also a delightful addition to potluck dinners or family gatherings, where it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special occasion, this Carrot Casserole is a comforting and delicious dish that will have everyone asking for seconds. Enjoy the warmth and nostalgia it brings to your festive feasts! 🥂🍽️
