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Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Rishon Hanners, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless
Active Time:20 minsTotal Time:1 hrServings:6 servingsJump to Nutrition Facts
Active Time:20 minsTotal Time:1 hrServings:6 servings
Active Time:20 mins
Active Time:
20 mins
Total Time:1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:6 servings
Servings:
6 servings
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Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients5mediumcarrots, peeled and thinly sliced (about4cups)1teaspoonwater1teaspoonextra-virgin olive oil1/2cupwhole-wheat panko breadcrumbs2teaspoonsfinelychopped fresh thyme2teaspoonsfinely choppedfresh flat-leaf parsley1/4teaspoonsalt, divided2tablespoonsunsalted butter2tablespoonsall-purpose flour1 1/2cupswhole milk1 1/4teaspoonsdry mustard1/2teaspoononion powder1/4teaspoonground pepper1/8teaspoonground coriander1cupshredded Cheddar cheese, divided
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Ingredients
5mediumcarrots, peeled and thinly sliced (about4cups)
1teaspoonwater
1teaspoonextra-virgin olive oil
1/2cupwhole-wheat panko breadcrumbs
2teaspoonsfinelychopped fresh thyme
2teaspoonsfinely choppedfresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4teaspoonsalt, divided
2tablespoonsunsalted butter
2tablespoonsall-purpose flour
1 1/2cupswhole milk
1 1/4teaspoonsdry mustard
1/2teaspoononion powder
1/4teaspoonground pepper
1/8teaspoonground coriander
1cupshredded Cheddar cheese, divided
Directions
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add panko, thyme, parsley and 1/8 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until the panko is golden brown, about 3 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a small bowl. Wipe the pan clean.
Melt butter in the skillet over medium heat. Whisk in flour. Cook, whisking constantly, for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk until a smooth and slightly thickened sauce forms, about 1 minute. Add mustard, onion powder, pepper and coriander. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat.
Pour half of the sauce into the prepared baking dish. Add half of the carrots; top with 1/2 cup Cheddar. Repeat with the remaining sauce, carrots and Cheddar. Top with the panko mixture and sprinkle with the remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt. Cover with foil.
Bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake until the sauce is bubbling and the carrots are tender, about 10 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Frequently Asked QuestionsWhile many people equate carrots with eye health due to their high levels of the antioxidant beta carotene, these deeply colored root vegetables get credit for more than just that. Thenutrients in carrotsalso support a healthy immune system, heart, brain and skin, and may help calm inflammation.Cheese is full of protein and calcium, with hard cheese—like Cheddar—containing more calcium than soft cheese. Cheese alsocontains probiotics—those good-for-your-gut bacteria that support not only gut health, but overall health as well. And while cheese tends to be high in saturated fat, there is some evidence thatthe type of saturated fat in cheesemay not be harmful—and may even be helpful—to your heart.As is, this recipe is not gluten-free due to the breadcrumb topping and the flour that’s used to thicken the sauce. However, you could swap the panko breadcrumbs for gluten-free panko, and use a gluten-free all-purpose flour in place of the regular flour as a thickener.Microwaving the sliced carrots for 4 to 5 minutes gives them a jump-start in the cooking process. This ensures that the carrots are tender after baking.Yes, you can use 2% milk as a substitute for whole milk in the casserole. The casserole will be slightly less creamy, but it won’t affect the overall flavor.This easy side dish can be prepared for a holiday meal or a weeknight dinner and pairs well with many main dishes, includingCrispy Roast Chicken,Garlic-Rosemary Roast Beef with Horseradish Sauce,Slow-Roasted Rosemary Turkey with Peppercorn Gravy, andBeef Tenderloin with Cabernet-Mushroom Sauce. Serve with a side salad for a meal that the whole family will love.Yes, the casserole can be baked ahead, cooled completely and refrigerated, tightly covered, for up to 3 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
While many people equate carrots with eye health due to their high levels of the antioxidant beta carotene, these deeply colored root vegetables get credit for more than just that. Thenutrients in carrotsalso support a healthy immune system, heart, brain and skin, and may help calm inflammation.
Cheese is full of protein and calcium, with hard cheese—like Cheddar—containing more calcium than soft cheese. Cheese alsocontains probiotics—those good-for-your-gut bacteria that support not only gut health, but overall health as well. And while cheese tends to be high in saturated fat, there is some evidence thatthe type of saturated fat in cheesemay not be harmful—and may even be helpful—to your heart.
As is, this recipe is not gluten-free due to the breadcrumb topping and the flour that’s used to thicken the sauce. However, you could swap the panko breadcrumbs for gluten-free panko, and use a gluten-free all-purpose flour in place of the regular flour as a thickener.
Microwaving the sliced carrots for 4 to 5 minutes gives them a jump-start in the cooking process. This ensures that the carrots are tender after baking.
Yes, you can use 2% milk as a substitute for whole milk in the casserole. The casserole will be slightly less creamy, but it won’t affect the overall flavor.
This easy side dish can be prepared for a holiday meal or a weeknight dinner and pairs well with many main dishes, includingCrispy Roast Chicken,Garlic-Rosemary Roast Beef with Horseradish Sauce,Slow-Roasted Rosemary Turkey with Peppercorn Gravy, andBeef Tenderloin with Cabernet-Mushroom Sauce. Serve with a side salad for a meal that the whole family will love.
Yes, the casserole can be baked ahead, cooled completely and refrigerated, tightly covered, for up to 3 days.
EatingWell.com, October 2023
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)218Calories14gFat16gCarbs8gProtein
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
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