Mom's Zesty Carrots with Horseradish

Whether you need a memorable side dish for a holiday meal, or a tasty vegetable to go with a weeknight dinner, these carrots in a zesty horseradish sauce are sure to please.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 169 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 2 tablespoons grated onion
• 2 tablespoons freshly ground horseradish
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 1.25 pounds carrots, cut into matchsticks
• 0.5 teaspoon salt (scant)
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper (scant)
• 0.25 cup dry seasoned bread crumbs

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.

Step 3

Place carrots in a pot and add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook until tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain carrots, reserving 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid. Transfer carrots to a shallow baking dish.

Step 4

Mix reserved cooking water, mayonnaise, onion, horseradish, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl until combined; pour over carrots.

Step 5

Meanwhile, toss bread crumbs in melted butter. Sprinkle over carrots and bake until crumb topping is crisp, an additional 3 to 5 minutes.