“Ehh… What’s up, Doc?” Bugs Bunny Casserole is here to bring all your childhood wonders from the screen to your tastebuds! This tasty bake is inspired by everyone’s favorite silly, loveable rabbit’s favorite crunchy snack: carrots! The orange veggie is tenderized and mixed with a creamy, cheesy, tangy sauce, and topped with buttery crushed crackers. Sounds like a dish so delicious that even Bugs’ archenemy, Elmer Fudd, could enjoy. Bugs Bunny Casserole is so nostalgic and enticing that it will have you saying, “That’s all folks,” when it comes to finding any other option for dinner!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds carrots, sliced or 1 (20-ounce) package frozen sliced carrots, thawed
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon onion, grated
- 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
- 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons buttery crackers, crushed
Directions
Step 1 –Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 2 –In a large saucepan, place 1 inch of water, add the carrots, and bring to a boil.
Step 3 –Reduce the heat, cover and simmer, until the carrots are crisp and tender, about 7-10 minutes.
Step 4 –Drain the water from the carrots, reserving 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid.
Step 5 –Transfer the cooked carrots to a 1 1/2-quart baking dish.
Step 6 –In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, the onion, the horseradish, and the reserved carrot water.
Step 7 –Spread the mayonnaise mixture evenly over the carrots.
Step 8 –Sprinkle the mayonnaise mixture with the cheese, then top with the crushed crackers.
Step 9 –Bake, uncovered, until heated through and the cheese is melted, about 30 minutes.
Step 10 –Serve.
