Ingredients

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

Instructions

1. 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.
2. 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.