Cheddar Carrot Casserole

This is a little different than plain carrots and is good for a holiday meal. I made this for Thanksgiving and everyone loved it!

Ingredients:

• 8 cups carrots, sliced thin
• 2 medium onions, sliced
• 1 pepper, chopped (optional)
• 1 jalapeno without seeds (I used the jarred kind)
• 5 Tbsp. butter, divided
• 1 can cream of celery soup, undiluted
• 1/2 tsp. pepper
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup seasoned croutons or bread crumbs

Directions:

Cook carrots till tender/crisp. I do this in microwave. Saute onions in 3 tablespoons butter until tender. Stir in soup, salt, pepper, and cheese. Drain carrots and add to mixture. Transfer to a 13x9 inch pan. Sprinkle with croutons. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and pour over croutons. Bake uncovered in oven, at 350 F.

By Elaine from Belle Plaine, IA