Carrot Casserole
Prep Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Servings:
6 to 8 servings
Ingredients
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3 pounds carrots, peeled and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
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1 1/2 cups chopped onion
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 teaspoon minced garlic
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 cups milk
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1 (8-ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 sleeve round buttery crackers, crushed
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons butter, melted
Directions
1.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease an 8-x-8-x-2-inch baking dish with cooking spray; set aside.
2.
In a large pot of salted water, cook carrots until just tender, 6 to 8 minutes; drain.
3.
In a large skillet, cook onion, butter, and garlic over medium heat until onion is soft, approximately 6 minutes. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes. Add milk and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
4.
Add Cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper, stirring until melted. Add carrots and stir until mixture is well combined. Pour mixture into prepared pan; set aside.
5.
In a small bowl, combine crushed crackers, Parmesan cheese, and melted butter; stir until combined. Scatter over carrot mixture.
6.
Bake until top is browned and cheese sauce is bubbly, approximately 30 minutes. Serve hot.
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