STEAMED CARROT PUDDING FOR CHRISTMAS

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My mother's father was born in England (Victorian era) so she grew up with Christmas Pudding on their holiday menu here in the USA. She continued to love it all her life. I'm making no comment about my preferences because this is her recipe and she loved it -- perhaps you'll enjoy reading what a Christmas Pudding is like. I...

Provided by Marcia McCance

Categories     Other Sauces

Number Of Ingredients 26

BUTTER, SODA, AND SPICES MIXED WITH POTATO
1 c grated raw potato
1/2 c softened butter, mixed with potatoes
1 tsp baking soda mixed with potatoes
1 tsp salt mixed with potatoes
1 tsp cinnamon, mixed with potatoes
1/2 tsp cloves, mixed with potatoes
1/2 tsp nutmeg, mixed with potatoes
ADD
1 c grated raw carrot
1 c raisins
1 c nuts
SIFT DRY INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 c flour
1 c brown sugar
RUM SAUCE
2 c milk
2 Tbsp flour to thicken
1/2 c sugar or sweeten to your taste
1 tsp nutmeg to taste
1/4 - 1/2 c rum (can also use 1 tbsp rum extract)
CARAMEL SAUCE
2 c brown sugar
1/2 c butter
3 egg yolks, well beaten
1/2 c milk

Steps:

  • 1. Mix and sift the dry ingredients Mix with other ingredients in order given
  • 2. Steam in butter covered mold for three hours -- keep water boiling constantly
  • 3. Serve with rum sauce or caramel sauce
  • 4. RUM SAUCE: heat 2 cups milk, thickened with flour, sweetened to taste with sugar, flavor with rum and nutmeg
  • 5. CARAMEL SAUCE: Cream sugar and butter, add well beaten egg yolks, and milk, cook in double boiler until thick, then flavor with vanilla

Binkie Precious
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I'm giving this recipe one star because it's the lowest rating I can give. This pudding is truly awful.


Prabash Lama
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This pudding is the worst thing I've ever tasted. I would rather eat cardboard.


Micheal Mardy
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone. It was a complete disaster.


Babani Naija
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This recipe is a waste of time. The pudding was bland and flavorless.


Hidayat Wazir
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I followed the recipe exactly, but the pudding didn't set properly. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Rhonda Turner
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The pudding didn't turn out as well as I had hoped. I think I overcooked it.


Nawaz Jaan
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The pudding was a bit dry, but the flavor was good. I think I would add more liquid next time.


Md Nazim Hawlader
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This pudding was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. I would recommend using less sugar next time.


benard kaseleb
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I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious this pudding was. It's a great way to use up leftover carrots and it's a healthy dessert option too.


Prakash Oli
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This pudding is a must-try for carrot lovers! It's moist, flavorful, and has a lovely orange zest flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Maria Qadeer
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I've made this pudding several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe to have on hand for special occasions.


Tatenda Mboko
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The pudding was delicious! The texture was smooth and creamy, and the flavor was perfectly balanced. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Urban Media
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I was looking for a steamed carrot pudding recipe that was easy to follow and this one fit the bill. The pudding turned out great and was a big hit with my family.


Stoichein Cat
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This pudding was a hit at my Christmas party! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture. I will definitely be making this again next year.


Heathen Knight
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pudding turned out perfectly. It was moist and flavorful, and the orange zest added a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Joseph Zamora
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This pudding was easy to make and turned out perfectly. The flavor was delicious, and the texture was light and fluffy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Karam Hayat
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The pudding turned out beautifully and had a wonderful flavor. My family loved it, and I will definitely be making it again.


Dennis Ngigi
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This steamed carrot pudding was a delightful surprise! The texture was smooth and velvety, and the flavor was perfectly balanced between sweet and savory. I especially appreciated the hint of orange zest, which added a lovely brightness to the dish.