Carrot Casserole Recipe
Description:
This delightful Carrot Casserole recipe brings a surprising twist to your table. Despite its name, it doesn’t taste like carrots at all! Instead, it’s a lusciously sweet side dish that might just remind you of sweet potatoes. 🥕🍠 Perfect for weeknight dinners or any time you crave a comforting and unique veggie dish.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 349.1
- Fat: 17.5g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Cholesterol: 45.8mg
- Sodium: 249.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2.5g
- Sugars: 41.4g
- Protein: 1.4g
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 pounds fresh carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3/4 cup Egg Beaters egg substitute
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup butter
Instructions:
| Preparation | Cooking | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 30 minutes | 1 hour | 1 hour 30 minutes |
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). 🌡️
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Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish, ensuring the casserole won’t stick during baking. 🍽️
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Cook Carrots: In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the peeled and sliced carrots to the boiling water, covering the pot with a lid. Cook until the carrots are tender, which usually takes about 15-17 minutes. 🔥
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Mix Ingredients: In a large electric mixing bowl, combine the cooked carrots, Egg Beaters egg substitute, butter, baking powder, all-purpose flour, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Beat the mixture until smooth and well combined. You may need to pause and scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula to ensure everything is evenly mixed. 🥄
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Bake: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 50 minutes to 1 hour, or until the casserole is set and lightly browned on top. 🕒
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Serve: Once baked to perfection, remove the carrot casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy this sweet and savory delight alongside your favorite main dishes or as a standalone treat! 🍽️🥕
This Carrot Casserole recipe is a fantastic way to elevate your vegetable game and surprise your taste buds with a delightful blend of flavors. Give it a try for your next family dinner or gathering, and watch it disappear in no time!
