Our theme is Holiday Favorites. Of course it wouldn't be Christmas without pulla, but I've already made that for them. And we always have rice porridge and I've already done that for them. So, when I asked my Mother what her holiday favorite is she named this casserole. Of course there are other casseroles and many sweets too that are traditional and favorites. I can hardly wait to make the Joulu Torttuja (prune tarts), but since I only make those once a year, so I'm not doing them yet! Many of you listed your favorites on my Facebook page too. I appreciate that. I hear I need to try and make divinity for example and other candies.
While my family gets frozen lasagna, I'm making this carrot and rice casserole for the ladies tonight. Well, I hope I get it done in time! I'm way behind schedule because I'm on the computer selling Scentsy as a fundraiser for our boys's gymnastics during the holidays!
Title: Porkkana Laatikko (Carrot and Rice Casserole)
Description:
This is the traditional Finnish Carrot and Rice Casserole served at Christmastime in Finland.
Ingredients:
1 1/2 lbs. carrots, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup uncooked rice
1 cup half and half
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons brown sugar
salt to taste
2-3 Tbs. chopped almonds
Directions:
Boil carrots in salted water until done. Drain and save the water. Remove carrots from pan and add enough water, if necessary, to make 1 1/2 cups pour rest of of liquid back into the pan and let it come to a boil. Stir in uncooked rice. Cover and steam on low for 20 minutes. Meanwhile mash cooked carrots. Add half and half, beaten egg, and brown sugar, mixing well. When rice is done, stir into carrot mixture, adding salt to taste. Pour into a well greased 1 1/2 quart casserole dish.
A great compliment for meat dishes, especially ham. Freezes well.
Number Of Servings: Serves 6-8.
Preparation Time: Boil carrots for 20 minutes. Bake at 350 for 45 minutes.
