Best 4 Carrot Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

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**Carrot Sweet Potato Casserole: A Delightful Side Dish for Special Occasions**

Carrot sweet potato casserole is a classic side dish that is perfect for special occasions like Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter. This delicious and easy-to-make casserole is made with a combination of grated carrots, mashed sweet potatoes, warm spices, and a sweet and crunchy pecan topping. The result is a casserole that is both flavorful and visually appealing. This recipe provides step-by-step instructions for making the carrot sweet potato casserole, as well as two variations: a vegan version and a gluten-free version. With its vibrant colors and sweet and savory flavor, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET POTATO & CARROT CASSEROLE



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This tangy and sweet casserole is full of flavor. We've served it at many celebrations over the years and it's always been a big hit! -Gloria Mezikofsky, Wakefield, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup golden raisins
3-1/2 pounds medium sweet potatoes (about 6 potatoes)
4 large carrots, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup butter
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1/3 cup orange juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, cover raisins with hot water; let stand 30 minutes. , Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, just until tender, 15-20 minutes. Remove potatoes and cool slightly. Add carrots to same pot of boiling water; cook, uncovered, until tender, 15-20 minutes; drain., Peel sweet potatoes and cut crosswise into 1-1/2-in.-thick slices. Arrange potatoes and carrots in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, cut sides down., Drain raisins. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; stir in raisins. Add brown sugar and orange juice, stirring to dissolve sugar. Pour over vegetables., Bake, uncovered, until heated through and sauce is bubbly, 25-30 minutes; if desired, baste occasionally with sauce. Let stand 10 minutes; toss before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 69mg sodium, Carbohydrate 67g carbohydrate (45g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

SWEET POTATO AND CARROT CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Sweet Potato and Carrot Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h45m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
6 medium carrots, diced
1/2 cup orange juice
1 large egg
1/4 cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons Bourbon
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a big pot, add potatoes, carrots, and enough water to cover; bring to a boil; lower heat to low,cover, and simmer 30 minutes or until vegetables are very tender.
  • Drain vegetables; then transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  • Mash with a potato masher until almost a puree (do not puree in food processor as the texture will not be right).
  • Add in the orange juice, egg, butter, brown sugar, nutmeg, bourbon, and salt/pepper to taste; stir until well blended.
  • Stir in pecans; scape mixture into a greased 2 1/2 quart casserole.
  • Bake in a 350° oven for 30 minutes or until slightly browned.

CARROT SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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Easy side dish. If you don't tell anyone they are carrots they will think they are eating sweet potatoes.

Provided by Earl Williams

Categories     Vegetables

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/2 c carrots, sliced
1 Tbsp butter or margarine
3 large eggs
1 c brown sugar, firmly packed
1/3 c milk
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon, ground
1 tsp nutmeg, ground
1 tsp vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. 1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees Grease a 1 quart casserole dish.
  • 2. 2. Place sliced carrots and enough water to cover them in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, and cook until carrots are very tender. Drain.
  • 3. 3. Using a blender, food processor, or potato masher, puree carrots to a smooth consistency.
  • 4. 4. In a medium bowl, mix together the carrots and butter. Beat in the eggs, sugar, milk, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla. Spread mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
  • 5. 5. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until set.

SWEET POTATO-CARROT CASSEROLE



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Number Of Ingredients 11

5 pounds Sweet Potatoes (6 lg)
1 1/2 pounds Carrots (sliced)
1/4 cup Butter
1 cup Sour Cream
2 tablespoons Sugar
1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon Freshly Ground Pepper
1 1/2 cups Miniature Marshmellows
1 cup Sugar-and-Spice Pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Bake sweet potatoes on an aluminum foil-lined 15- x 10-inch jelly-roll pan 1 hour or until tender. Reduce oven temperature to 350°. Cool potatoes 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook carrots in boiling water to cover 20 to 25 minutes or until very tender; drain.
  • Process carrots and butter in a food processor until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides as needed. Transfer carrot mixture to a large bowl.
  • Peel and cube sweet potatoes. Process, in batches, in food processor until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides as needed. Add sweet potatoes to carrot mixture. Stir in sour cream and next 5 ingredients, stirring until blended. Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking dish.
  • Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Remove from oven. Sprinkle with marshmallows. Bake 10 more minutes or until marshmallows are golden brown. Remove from oven, and sprinkle with Sugar-and-Spice Pecans.
  • Note: To make ahead, prepare recipe as directed through Step 4; cover and chill up to 24 hours. Remove from refrigerator, and let stand 30 minutes. Proceed with recipe as directed in Step

Tips:

  • For the creamiest casserole, use a combination of mashed sweet potatoes and mashed carrots.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and bake it according to the recipe instructions. Then, let it cool completely and refrigerate it for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat it in a 350°F oven for 30-45 minutes, or until it's warmed through.
  • For a sweeter casserole, add 1/2 cup of brown sugar to the filling.
  • For a spicier casserole, add 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon or nutmeg to the filling.
  • Serve the casserole with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Conclusion:

Carrot and sweet potato casserole is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or a main course. It's also a great way to use up leftover carrots and sweet potatoes. Whether you make it ahead of time or serve it fresh out of the oven, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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