Microwave Carrot Casserole Recipes

PARSLEY BUTTERED CARROTS FOR THE MICROWAVE

Steps:

• Place butter in a small casserole.
• Cook in a microwave at HIGH for 30 seconds, or until melted.
• Add carrots and parsley flakes, stir and mix well.
• Cook at HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes, or until tender.

MICROWAVE HONEY & FENNEL-GLAZED CARROTS

Steps:

• Mash the butter in a bowl with the honey and fennel seeds. Cover and chill until needed. Can be prepared up to three days ahead.
• Trim the tops off the carrots and wash under cold running water, scrubbing them with a clean scourer to get rid of any dirt. Put the carrots in a large, microwave-proof bowl with 2 tsp water. Cover the carrots with a microwaveable plate or lid and heat on full power for 5-6 mins until just tender. Drain, then toss with the honey and fennel butter and parsley. Taste for seasoning and serve.

GLAZED CARROTS IN THE MICROWAVE

Steps:

• Melt the butter in a microwave resistant container that is large enough to hold all the carrots. Add the rest of the ingredients and toss to combine.
• Cover and cook 5-8 minutes or until carrots are crisp-tender. Serve, garnishing with more orange zest, if desired.

QUICK MICROWAVE FRITTATA CASSEROLE

Steps:

• In a non-metallic 2 quart casserole dish, stir together potatoes, carrot, onion, parsley and butter. Cover and microwave on High for 5 minutes, stirring once or twice. Season with salt and pepper.
• In a medium bowl, beat together, eggs, milk, mustard and hot pepper sauce. Stir in cubed ham. Pour egg mixture into casserole, stir to combine.
• Cover dish and microwave on high for 3 minutes. Draw cooked egg toward middle of dish and microwave on medium for 10 to 12 minutes. If you do not have a turntable rotate dish 2 to 3 times. Sprinkle cheese on top, cover and microwave for 30 to 60 seconds until cheese is melted. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.