Best 8 Creamy Baked Carrots Recipes

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Feast your eyes on a tantalizing journey into the realm of culinary delights, where roasted carrots bask in a luscious blanket of creamy sauce, offering a symphony of flavors that will ignite your taste buds. Discover the secrets behind this irresistible dish, from selecting the perfect carrots to crafting the velvety sauce that elevates them to a culinary masterpiece. Embark on a step-by-step adventure, guided by our comprehensive recipe that ensures effortless preparation. Let your kitchen dance to the sizzle of butter and the aromatic embrace of herbs as you create this creamy baked carrot dish that will steal the show at any gathering.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMED CARROTS



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"A true comfort food, this dish showcases tender carrot slices basking in a luscious cream sauce," shares Sue Davis from Wausau, Wisconsin.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 pounds fresh carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/4 cups half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring carrots and broth to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until carrots are crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Drain carrots. Drizzle with cream sauce and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 297mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CREAMY CARROT BAKE



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Wondering what vegetable to serve for your Christmas feast? Here's a holiday-special way of preparing sliced fresh carrots. It's a great side for just about any main course.-Sandy O'Neal, Boalsburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds fresh carrots, thinly sliced
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
1 cup soft bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a Dutch oven, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add carrots; cook, covered, 5-7 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain; set aside., In same pan, heat butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until tender., Stir in flour and mustard until blended; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Add cheeses, horseradish and seasonings; cook and stir until cheese is melted. Stir in carrots., Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, toss bread crumbs with melted butter; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until heated through and bread crumbs are lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts :

BAKED CARROTS



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"THESE CARROTS are compatible with most any meal. The chicken broth gives them great flavor. Whenever I serve this dish, there are never any leftovers. For a variation, this vegetable combination is delicious mashed in with potatoes."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pound carrots, cut into sticks
1 bunch green onions with tops, chopped
1 cup chicken broth

Steps:

  • Place the carrots and onions in an ungreased 1-qt. casserole; pour chicken broth over all. Cover and bake at 325° for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 41 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

QUICK CREAMED CARROTS



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This side dish are always popular at my table. The rich sauce coats the carrots nicely and really perks up their flavor.-Eva Bailey, Olive Hill, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound carrots, sliced
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup evaporated milk

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. of water and carrots to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 7-9 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in another saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, onion, basil, seasoned salt and pepper until blended; gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Drain carrots and transfer to a serving bowl. Add sauce and stir to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 7g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 319mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

QUICK AND EASY BAKED CARROTS



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Baked carrots with light sweet glaze.

Provided by wilsondogg

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Carrots

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch carrots, trimmed
butter-flavored cooking spray (such as I Can't Believe It's Not Butter®)
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Arrange carrots in a shallow baking dish. Spray with cooking spray and sprinkle with nutmeg, cinnamon, and sugar.
  • Bake in preheated oven until carrots are tender, 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 101.4 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

CREAMY CARROT CASSEROLE



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My mom and I developed this recipe to see if there was a carrot dish that even people who don't care for carrots would enjoy. So far, I haven't met anyone who hasn't liked this casserole. -Laurie Heward, Fillmore, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1-1/2 pounds carrots, sliced or 1 package (20 ounces) frozen sliced carrots, thawed
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon grated onion
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons crushed Ritz crackers

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place 1 in. of water in a large saucepan; add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until crisp-tender, 7-9 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid. Transfer carrots to a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish., In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, onion, horseradish and reserved cooking liquid; spread evenly over carrots. Sprinkle with cheese; top with cracker crumbs. Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 22g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 241mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BAKED HORSERADISH CARROTS



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Edna Hoffman from Hebron, Indiana suggests a deliciously different way to dress up carrots on a wintry night. A dash of horseradish adds just the right amount of heat!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium carrots, cut into 3-inch julienne strips
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons grated onion
2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
2 tablespoons crushed butter-flavored crackers
1 teaspoon butter, melted
Dash paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Place 1 in. of water in a small saucepan; add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 7-9 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon liquid. Place carrots in a 2-cup baking dish., In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, onion, horseradish, salt, pepper and reserved liquid. Pour over carrots. Toss the cracker crumbs, butter and paprika; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 10-12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts :

CREAMY CARROTS



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This is my all time favourite carrot dish, that we only seem to have at Christmas ..... that is so wrong, so I had to get the recipe so I can have it whenever I like. I could quite easily and happily eat the whole lot by myself!

Provided by djmastermum

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 carrots, peeled
30 g butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 cup cream
2 tablespoons chopped chives

Steps:

  • Slice carrots into rounds.
  • Cook til tender, drain.
  • Melt butter.
  • Add sugar.
  • Cook 1 minute.
  • Add cream.
  • Bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat.
  • Return carrots, toss well.
  • Serve with chives sprinkled on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.3, Fat 10.3, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 32.8, Sodium 72.3, Carbohydrate 10, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 6.8, Protein 1

Tips:

  • Choose the right carrots: Look for carrots that are about the same size so they will cook evenly. Baby carrots or small carrots work well for this recipe.
  • Don't overcook the carrots: They should be tender but still have a slight bite to them. Overcooked carrots will be mushy and bland.
  • Use a good quality cheese: The cheese is one of the main ingredients in this dish, so don't skimp on it. Use a cheese that you like the taste of and that melts well.
  • Add some herbs or spices: To give the carrots even more flavor, add some herbs or spices, such as thyme, rosemary, or garlic powder.
  • Serve immediately: Creamy baked carrots are best served immediately after they are cooked. The longer they sit, the less creamy they will be.

Conclusion:

Creamy baked carrots are a delicious and easy side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that will impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new way to enjoy carrots, give this recipe a try.

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