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

Basant Danuwar (बसन्त दनुवार)
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This dish is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet. It's delicious and healthy.


Amir Prince
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I love the pop of color that the carrots add to this dish. It's a great way to brighten up your plate.


Delecia Cardenas-griffin
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This is a great dish to serve at a party or potluck. It's always a hit with everyone.


Afzal younas Afzal younas
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Mohiuddin alhabibiby
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I've made this dish with different types of vegetables and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up leftovers.


Yusuf Abdulrasheed
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This is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet carrots and the fluffy rice.


Sanjay Ramsingh
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I love that this dish is so healthy. It's packed with vegetables and whole grains.


Richard Heagen
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This is a great dish for meal prep. It reheats well and is just as delicious the next day.


Kobe Rogers
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I've made this dish for potlucks and it's always a hit. Everyone loves the unique flavor combination.


Azeem Jutt
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This is a great recipe for beginner cooks. It's simple to follow and the results are delicious.


Asif Iqbal
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I love how versatile this dish is. I've made it with different types of rice and vegetables, and it always turns out great.


Jesse Montanye
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover carrots. It's also a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.


Georgia Davis
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I love the combination of carrots and rice in this dish. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


BIG MINE channel
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This is a great recipe for busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


MOOi ASD
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. It's simple to make and very flavorful.


Jorge Bryan
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I've made this dish several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great weeknight meal.


Ripon Hossain
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This is my new favorite carrot recipe! The rice adds a nice touch of texture and flavor.


GAMExANONYM GAMExANONYM
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My family loved this dish! It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.