Creamy Carrot Casserole

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 pounds carrots, sliced or 1 package (20 ounces) frozen sliced carrots, thawed
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon grated onion
• 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons Ritz or butter-flavored crackers
  

  Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°. Place 1 in. of water in a large saucepan; add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 7-9 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid. Transfer carrots to a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, onion, horseradish and reserved cooking liquid; spread evenly over carrots. Sprinkle with cheese; top with bread crumbs. Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes.Yield: 8 servings.