Cottage Carrots

Transform simple ingredients into a comfort food masterpiece with this Cottage Carrots recipe, a cheesy baked side dish that's sure to impress. Tender, diagonally sliced carrots are lovingly coated in a creamy cheddar cheese sauce infused with a hint of garlic, nutmeg, and black pepper. Topped with crispy panko breadcrumbs for the perfect crunch, this dish is baked to golden perfection and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a bake time of 25 minutes, this crowd-pleasing dish is both easy to make and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for weeknight dinners, holidays, or potlucks, Cottage Carrots add a unique, gourmet twist to classic baked vegetables.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 medium carrots
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1.5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 0.5 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup panko breadcrumbs

Directions

Step 1

Peel the carrots and slice them diagonally into 1/4-inch thick coins.

Step 2

Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and add the sliced carrots. Boil for 8–10 minutes or until tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour into the melted butter and whisk to combine, forming a roux. Cook for 1 minute to eliminate the raw flour taste.

Step 5

Gradually pour in the milk while whisking constantly to ensure a smooth sauce. Cook for 2–3 minutes until thickened.

Step 6

Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper, whisking until the sauce is smooth and the cheese is fully melted.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 8

Lightly grease a small baking dish. Arrange the cooked carrot slices evenly in the dish and pour the cheese sauce over them. Gently toss to coat the carrots.

Step 9

Sprinkle the panko breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the dish.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top.

Step 11

Remove from the oven, garnish with the chopped fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(761.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	815.8

Total Fat 49.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 144.0mg	0%
Sodium 2003.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g	0%
Total Sugars 31.8g
Protein 29.5g	0%

Vitamin D 119.4IU	0%
Calcium 871.3mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 1817.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.0%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 34.1%