CARROTS AND RICE

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Creamy rice and sweet, buttery carrots go with just about any meal. This recipe was a specialty of my mother's. It has been served in our family for Thanksgiving and Christmas for over 25 years, but it can be served anytime. It is very rich and quite delish.

Provided by Gayle Frazier

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup sliced carrots
3 tablespoons minced onion
4 ½ cups water
2 teaspoons salt
2 cups uncooked long grain white rice
½ cup white sugar
1 cup half-and-half cream
¾ cup butter

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine carrots, onion, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in rice. Reduce heat to low, and cover pan. Allow to steam for 20 minutes.
  • Stir sugar, half-and-half, and butter into rice mixture. Consistency should be creamy, not dry. Stir in some milk if necessary. Remove from heat, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Cholesterol 38 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 513.6 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

Mudrik Sultan
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves carrots and rice.


Joe Banjila
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Kashid Bhatti
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook carrots, and this recipe is a keeper. It's simple, but the flavors are amazing.


Emily Delabatvalera
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal.


atani davis
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I'm not usually a fan of carrots, but this recipe changed my mind. The carrots were cooked perfectly, and the spices really brought out their flavor.


Derrick Makhub
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This dish is so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of carrots and rice.


james gaming
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover carrots.


Bl_och 8
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I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it!


Ganng Rayamajhi
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Romjan Khan
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My kids loved this dish! They ate it all up, and even asked for seconds.


Rokon Khan
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I found this recipe to be very easy to follow, and the results were delicious. The carrots and rice were cooked evenly, and the spices added a nice flavor.


Prem Moktan
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This dish was a hit with my family! The carrots and rice were cooked perfectly, and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.