Best 7 Cheese N Carrots Casserole Recipes

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"Cheese n Carrots Casserole" offers a comforting and delectable meal experience that combines the goodness of carrots and melted cheese. This classic dish is perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, and cozy dinners. Its simplicity and versatility make it a go-to recipe that can be tailored to your preferences. Whether you prefer a creamy or crunchy texture, mild or zesty flavors, there's a "Cheese n Carrots Casserole" variation that will satisfy your taste buds. So, let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of crafting the perfect "Cheese n Carrots Casserole."

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESE 'N' GRITS CASSEROLE



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Grits are a staple in southern cooking. Serve this as a brunch item with bacon or as a side dish for dinner.-Jennifer Wallis, Goldsboro, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups water
1 cup uncooked old-fashioned grits
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Slowly stir in grits and salt. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until thickened, 5-7 minutes. Cool slightly. Gradually whisk in milk, butter and eggs. Stir in cheese, Worcestershire sauce and cayenne. , Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 30-35 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 335mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CHEESY CARROT CASSEROLE



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SINCE all our children are grown, I like to make simple dishes for my husband and me. I usually have cheese, carrots and rice on hand, so this is a very handy side dish to whip up at any time. The cashews add crunch and great flavor. -Diane Hixon, Niceville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup cooked rice
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup shredded Velveeta
1 large egg
2 tablespoons finely chopped salted cashews
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine rice, carrots, cheese and egg; mix well. Spoon into a greased 2-cup baking dish. Combine the cashews and parsley; sprinkle on top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 442mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

CHEESE GRITS CASSEROLE



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Megan R gave this recipe to me. She said it is a family recipe. Had this for Christmas dinner or Easter dinner side!

Provided by Elaine Kilgore

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Grits

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 ¼ cups whole milk
2 ¼ cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup quick-cooking grits
1 (8 ounce) package processed cheese (such as Velveeta®), cubed
½ pound sharp Cheddar cheese, cubed
¼ cup butter
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
2 eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9x12-inch baking dish.
  • Bring milk, water, and salt to a boil in a large saucepan; gradually sprinkle grits into the boiling liquid, stirring to combine. Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir processed cheese, sharp Cheddar cheese, butter, and garlic powder into grits, stirring until cheese has melted. Let the mixture stand until cooled, about 15 minutes. Stir beaten eggs into grits; transfer to prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top is lightly golden brown and the grits are set, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.8 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Cholesterol 96.6 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 727.1 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

CHEESY CARROT CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Cheesy Carrot Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb carrot, sliced (I sometimes use sliced baby carrots)
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter
12 ounces evaporated low-fat milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon tarragon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 cup crushed baked cheese crackers, DIVIDED (I use Cheese Nips four cheese flavor)
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, cook sliced carrots in water until tender (about 10 minutes, depending on the sizes of your carrots). Drain carrots and place them into a casserole dish.
  • In the saucepan over low heat, melt butter. Add in onion. Add evaporated milk, cheese, thyme, tarragon, salt, and white pepper. Stir until cheese is melted and smooth.
  • Remove from heat and stir in 3/4 cup of the crushed cheese-flavored crackers. Pour over carrots in the casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle top with remaining 1/4 cup crushed cheese-flavored crackers and paprika.
  • Bake, uncovered at 350 for 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.9, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 23.6, Sodium 309.9, Carbohydrate 11.5, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 2.9, Protein 5.1

CHEESE 'N CARROTS CASSEROLE



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My kids will eat anything with cheese on it! This developed when I got extra carrots at my food co-op and had more than enough in the freezer.

Provided by LAURIE

Categories     Cheese

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 lbs carrots, thinly sliced
1/2 cup minced onion
6 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup cracker crumb
1/2 cup margarine, melted
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Cook carrots in salted water until tender.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • Lightly grease 2-3 qt casserole.
  • Combine onion, cheese, crumbs, salt and pepper.
  • Place 1/2 of carrots then 1/2 of crumb mixture over that.
  • Repeat layers.
  • Pour melted margarine over all.
  • Bake at 375 for 15 minutes until cheese melts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 562.6, Fat 37.7, SaturatedFat 13.1, Cholesterol 44.6, Sodium 656.4, Carbohydrate 42.4, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 8.9, Protein 15.3

CARROTS & VELVEETA CASSEROLE



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups crinkle sliced carrots
4 oz Kraft Velveeta
1 stick butter
1 small can evaporated milk
1 sleeve Ritz Crackers, crumbles

Steps:

  • In a medium pan, add carrots, cover with water, add salt to taste. Cook carrots 8 minutes. Remove from heat, drain, set aside.
  • In a medium microwave safe mixing bowl melt cheese and butter about 2 minutes. Stir. Add the milk; stir to blend. Fold carrots into the cheese mixture. Spoon into a greased 8 x 8 casserole dish. Top with crackers.
  • Bake 25 minutes on 350 degrees F until edges are bubbly and crackers have browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

CHEESY CARROT CASSEROLE



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Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup medium onion
1/4 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups milk
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 pounds baby carrots or 12 large carrots, sliced into bite sized pieces
1 cup plain bread crumbs or ritz crackers

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350*F Grease a 9 x 13 casserole dish and set aside. Steam carrots until 1/2 way cooked. You want them to be soft enough to bite but still with a bit of a crunch. They'll finish cooking in the oven. As carrots are steaming, in a saucepan combine butter and onion. Cook until onions are soft and translucent. Add flour, salt, mustard and pepper and mix well to create a paste. Slowly add 1/4 cup of milk at a time whisking continually until all the milk has been added to pan. You are making a basic roux. The mixture will thicken quite a bit at first but slowly thin out. If you add all the milk at once you'll have a clumpy mess, so only add 1/4 cup at a time, whisking well. Cook for 5 minutes then turn off burner and add cheese. Mix well until cheese is melted and combined. When carrots are cooked half way, place carrots on the bottom of the casserole dish. Pour cheese mixture on top of carrots ensuring to cover carrots completely. Sprinkle bread crumbs or crushed Ritz crackers on top of sauce and bake for 25 minutes. Remove from oven and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cheese: A good melting cheese, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss, is essential for a creamy and flavorful casserole.
  • Use fresh, tender carrots: Avoid woody or tough carrots, as they will not cook evenly in the casserole.
  • Don't overcook the carrots: They should be tender but still slightly crunchy.
  • Season the casserole well: Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all good choices.
  • Serve the casserole hot: This dish is best enjoyed fresh out of the oven, when the cheese is melted and gooey.

Conclusion:

Cheese n' Carrots Casserole is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy cheese sauce, tender carrots, and crunchy breadcrumb topping, this casserole is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or family gathering. So next time you're looking for a simple but delicious dish to serve, give Cheese n' Carrots Casserole a try.

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