Cheddar-Carrot Casserole

Beautiful orange color. The sweetness of the carrots and the zest of the Cheddar crackers and Cheddar cheese make a unique and yummy combination… an annual recipe for my family!

Step: 1

Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add carrots; cover and steam until very soft, 15 to 20 minutes.

Step: 2

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a large casserole dish.

Step: 3

Drain carrots and mash in a large bowl. Mix in milk, Cheddar cheese, 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon crushed crackers, beaten eggs, butter, parsley, salt, and pepper.

Step: 4

Spread carrot mixture in the greased casserole dish. Top with remaining 1/4 cup crushed crackers.

Step: 5

Bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, about 30 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Per Serving: 247 calories; protein 10.6g; carbohydrates 18.1g; fat 15.1g; cholesterol 94.6mg; sodium 748.4mg.

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