Swiss Carrot Casserole

Delight your taste buds with the comforting flavors of Swiss Carrot Casserole—a creamy, cheesy vegetable bake that shines as a side dish or a wholesome vegetarian main. Tender carrots are nestled in a rich Swiss cheese sauce, delicately seasoned with garlic powder and black pepper, and topped with a golden breadcrumb crust for the perfect crunch. This recipe combines simple pantry staples like milk, flour, and butter into an irresistible homemade roux that takes cheesy casseroles to the next level. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for holiday dinners, weeknight family meals, or potluck gatherings. Serve it warm and watch it disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 5 cups carrots
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups milk
• 2 cups Swiss cheese, shredded
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Peel and slice the carrots into thick rounds or sticks. Add the carrots to the boiling water and cook for 8-10 minutes, until they are just tender but not mushy. Drain the carrots and set them aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour until a smooth paste forms. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent browning.

Step 4

Gradually whisk the milk into the flour mixture, adding a little at a time to avoid lumps. Continue to whisk and cook until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble slightly, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and stir in 1 1/2 cups of shredded Swiss cheese until melted and smooth. Reserve the remaining 1/2 cup of Swiss cheese for later. Stir in the salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 6

Combine the cooked carrots with the cheese sauce and mix until the carrots are evenly coated. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with olive oil until evenly coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the carrots, followed by the remaining 1/2 cup of Swiss cheese for an extra cheesy topping.

Step 8

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 9

Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Swiss Carrot Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1382.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2251.8

Total Fat 137.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g
Cholesterol 325.9mg	0%
Sodium 5096.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 184.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 53.9g
Protein 99.8g	0%

Vitamin D 209.0IU	0%
Calcium 2727.9mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 2711.5mg	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: 16.8%

Carbs: 31.2%