Carrot Casserole For Two (Comfort Food Veggies) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 medium carrots, sliced
1/3 cup finely chopped green pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter, plus
2 teaspoons butter, divided
4 teaspoons flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 (5 1/2 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 teaspoon minced jalapeno (optional)
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon dried savory
2 tablespoons breadcrumbs

Preparation

place 1 inch of water in a small saucepan. Add carrots, bring to a boil then simmer until crisp tender. drain and set aside.
In a small skillet, saute green peppers and onions in tbs of butter til tender. stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk whisking to stop lumps. Bring to a boil, cook and stir 2 minutes until thickened.
Stir in jalapeno, parsley, savory and carrots. Transfer to a 2 cup baking dish coated with non stick spray.
In small pan, melt remaining butter add breadcrumbs. Cook and stir until toasted. Sprinkle over casserole. Bake uncovered at 350 for 15-20 minutes until bubbling.