I-CAN'T-BELIEVE-IT'S-CARROTS CASSEROLE!

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



I-Can't-Believe-It's-Carrots Casserole! image

This is the best darn carrot dish in the whole world. It's so good even my dad--who abhors carrots and usually won't even look at them--devours it like there's no tomorrow! This is almost sweet enough to be dessert. Maybe it's too sweet for those of you who are used to plain or savory carrots! In my family we like sweet carrots to complement the rest of the grub on the table, and this saves on time and money that might be spent on dessert. You can make this with squashes, too. Be sure to cook the carrots until they are almost mushy, so that you will get a smoother texture when they are mashed. My family prefers a coarser texture, so I just use an old-fashioned potato masher, but you can puree the carrots in a food processor or blender if you prefer. This is not a quick dish, so you can make it ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake, if you wish. Adapted from a recipe from Allrecipes.com.

Provided by JenSmith

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 -8 large carrots (about 1 lb., 3 cups cooked & mashed)
1 1/2 tablespoons butter or 1 1/2 tablespoons margarine
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar (or an equivalent amount artificial sweetener)
2/3 cup milk
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground mace or 1/2 teaspoon allspice
4 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Peel the carrots, trim the ends, and cut into chunks about 1 inch long. Place in a saucepan with water to cover, and cook over medium-high heat until very tender, about 40 minutes.
  • Drain the carrots well and place them in a large mixing bowl. Use a potato masher to finely mash the carrots.
  • Add the butter/margarine to the carrots and blend well with an electric mixer or a wooden spoon. Add the remaining ingredients to the carrots, mixing until smooth.
  • Pour the carrot mixture into a buttered 3-4 quart casserole dish or baking pan.
  • Bake at 350 F for about 40 minutes, or until center is set.

Eyuel abebe Abebe
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for a potluck or holiday dinner.


MD Samrat Islam
[email protected]

I love that this casserole is made with simple, everyday ingredients.


Kings Queenm
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


ian karinga
[email protected]

I've never been a big fan of carrots, but this casserole changed my mind. It's so delicious!


Kevin Turner
[email protected]

This casserole is a great way to sneak vegetables into your kids' diet.


Maria Shaw
[email protected]

I love the cheesy sauce in this casserole. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Emily Roberson
[email protected]

This is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Deirdre Scott
[email protected]

This casserole is a great way to use up leftover carrots. It's also a great dish to make ahead of time.


Gilzene Nicholai
[email protected]

I made this casserole for my picky eater and he loved it! It's a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.


Mebawondun Samuel
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for a potluck or holiday dinner. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Michael Speer
[email protected]

I love this casserole! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


divine alhajal
[email protected]

This casserole is a must-try for carrot lovers. It's cheesy, creamy, and delicious.


Bongsoon Ford0212
[email protected]

This is the best carrot casserole I've ever had. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Falak Aruj
[email protected]

I was skeptical about this casserole because I'm not a big fan of carrots, but I was pleasantly surprised. The carrots were cooked perfectly and the cheese sauce was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Crystal Linder
[email protected]

This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the cheesy sauce and the carrots were cooked perfectly.


Sumit Kharel
[email protected]

I've made this casserole twice now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and the ingredients are affordable. I love that it's a healthy dish that my family enjoys.


Amukelani Oren
[email protected]

This casserole was a hit at our family dinner! The carrots were tender and flavorful, and the cheese sauce was creamy and gooey. Everyone went back for seconds.