Creamy Cheesy Baked Carrots Recipe

Name: Creamy Cheesy Baked Carrots
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 cups carrots, sliced about 1/4-inch thick (about 2 pounds); 8 slices swiss cheese; 1 small onion; ¼ cup butter (can use margarine); 2 tablespoons flour; salt; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 2 cups half-and-half cream; 1 ½ cups breadcrumbs; 4 tablespoons butter, melted; 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (can use more or less)

Servings: persons

7 cups carrots, sliced about 1/4-inch thick (about 2 pounds)
8 slices swiss cheese
1 small onion
¼ cup butter (can use margarine)
2 tablespoons flour
salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 cups half-and-half cream
1 ½ cups breadcrumbs
4 tablespoons butter, melted
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (can use more or less)

1
Set oven to 350 degrees.
2
Cook carrots until firm-tender; drain (do not over cook the carrots).
3
Layer half of the carrots in the bottom of a greased 2-quart casserole dish.
4
Layer half of the sliced cheese over the carrots.
5
Repeat layers.
6
To make sauce: saute onion until soft in butter for about 2 minutes.
7
Add/whisk in flour, salt and chili powder (can add in pepper if desired).
8
Cook, whisking for 1 minute.
9
Add in half and half cream; stir until thick and smooth (about 1 minute).
10
Pour the sauce over the carrot/cheese layer.
11
In a bowl, combine bread crumbs and melted butter, sprinkle evenly over the mixture in the baking dish.
12
Top/sprinkle with the bacon.
13
Bake for about 25 minutes.

1436

kcal

Calories

106

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 7 cups carrots, sliced about 1/4-inch thick (about 2 pounds), 8 slices swiss cheese, 1 small onion, ¼ cup butter (can use margarine), and more.

Yes, Creamy Cheesy Baked Carrots falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Creamy Cheesy Baked Carrots

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