Carrot-Pecan Casserole

(from saymyname’s recipe box)

Source: Southern Living

Serves 6 people

Categories: Carrots, Side Dish

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs baby carrots, sliced
  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, softened
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon grated orange rind
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, add carrots; add water to cover; bring to a boil; cook for 25 minutes or until carrots are tender; drain and cool slightly.

  2. Process carrots in a food processor until smooth.

  3. Pour carrots into a mixing bowl; add in remaining ingredients; stir to combine.

  4. Transfer mixture into a greased 11×7 inch baking dish.

  5. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 40 minutes.

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