Cheese Scalloped Carrots - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lb. carrots, sliced
2 Tbsp. butter
1/2 c. finely chopped celery
1/4 c. finely chopped onion
2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
1 c. breadcrumbs
2 Tbsp. butter, melted
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. dry mustard
dash of pepper
1 1/2 c. milk
1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese

Preparation

Cook carrots in boiling salted water to cover 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.
Set aside.
Melt 2 tablespoons butter.
Add celery and onion.
Cook until tender.
Add flour, salt, mustard and pepper, stirring until blended.
Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add milk; cook over medium heat until thickened and bubbly.
Stir in cheese and carrots.
Spoon into a lightly greased 1 1/2-quart casserole.
Combine breadcrumbs, melted butter and parsley.
Sprinkle over carrot mixture.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 25 minutes.
Makes 6 to 8 servings.