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Creamy Carrot Cornflakes Casserole

Creamy Carrot Cornflakes Casserole: Your New Comfort Food Hero

Creamy Carrot Cornflakes Casserole combines tender carrots and a rich cream sauce, topped with crunchy cornflakes for a comforting dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Let It Rest 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 cups carrots, chopped fresh or frozen
  • 3 tablespoons salted butter or unsalted
  • 1 medium onion, chopped yellow or white
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour or cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper or white pepper as an alternative
  • 1 cup whole milk substitute with low-fat or plant-based milk
  • ½ cup heavy cream omit for a lighter version
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese substitute with gouda or mozzarella
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes use fresh parsley in larger amounts
For the Topping
  • 2 cups cornflakes or crushed potato chips

Equipment

  • 9x11-inch baking dish
  • large pot
  • Whisk
  • bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x11-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Melt 3 tablespoons of salted butter in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion for about 5 minutes.
  3. Whisk in 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and ½ teaspoon of ground black pepper, cooking for about 3 minutes.
  4. Gradually pour in 1 cup of whole milk and ½ cup of heavy cream, whisking continuously until thickened, about 5–7 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until melted, then mix in the cooked carrots and 1 tablespoon of dried parsley flakes.
  6. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
  7. In a separate bowl, mix the remaining melted butter with 2 cups of cornflakes and distribute evenly over the carrot mixture.
  8. Bake for 20 minutes until the topping is golden brown.
  9. Let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This casserole is perfect for holiday feasts or cozy weeknight dinners. Use fresh carrots for the best flavor and texture.

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