CARROTS AU GRATIN

Carrots Au GratinCARROTS AU GRATIN

2 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons WONDRA flour

1 cup milk

1 small bunch green onions, minced

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese****

3 1/2 cups peeled, diced and cooked carrots

1 teaspoon celery salt

1 cup Panko crumbs, sauteed in butter

  • Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a small sauce pan melt butter over a medium heat.
  • Add flour and whisk until golden.
  • Add salt and garlic powder.
  • Add onions and blend well.
  • Gradually add milk, whisking until smooth.
  • Stir constantly until sauce begins to thicken.
  • Add cheese and whisk until smooth consistency.
  • Alternate layers of carrots and sauce in a buttered baking dish.
  • Top with bread crumbs.
  • Bake 30 minutes.

****Changing the cheese flavor changes this dish considerably. I’ve experimented with several and found that Gruyere’ is an excellent alternative.