Best Mom Evans Christmas Carrot Pudding Recipes

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MOM'S CARROT PUDDING



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Posted as a request. I havent made it but have enjoyed it every year at Christmas. Its not Christmas without my mom's carrot pudding. She reheats it in the jars in the microwave with a piece of plastic wrap over the top, stirring occasionally till hot. Serves it with a hard sauce and whipping cream. Prep time is approx, Cooking time is processing time in the canner.

Provided by KennKonn

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h30m

Yield 2 Quarts, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup seedless raisin
1 cup currants or 1 cup use more raisins
1/2 cup candied cherry, mixed (chopped)
1/4 cup slivered almonds, chopped
1 cup sifted flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon clove
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 cup shortening
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 egg
1 cup raw carrot, finely grated
1 cup potato, raw finely grated

Steps:

  • Combine raisins, currants, fruit and almonds.
  • Sift together flour, soda, cloves, cinnamon and nutmeg over fruit. Stir to coat fruit.
  • Cream shortening until smooth, add sugar and beat until light. Add egg and beat until fluffy. Add carrot and 1/2 the potato, blend. Gradually add flour fruit mixture and blend. Add remaining potato. Stir just to blend.
  • Mom usually times this by 4 and can in quarts. Only fill quarts 3/4 full. Place lids on it and place in canner. Bring to a boil and continue to boil for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  • To reheat, unseal jar and place in microwave covered with plastic wrap till hot, stir occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 860.2, Fat 31.1, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 52.9, Sodium 386.3, Carbohydrate 144.3, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 100.9, Protein 9.9

CHRISTMAS CARROT PUDDING



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This is a traditional English steamed pudding, which I serve with Egg Nog Sauce. DH could care less about Christmas anything, except this. If I don't make this, I may as well pack my bags ... :) This is his dear Mom's recipe, just as she wrote it, I don't dare change it!

Provided by Gumboot Gourmet

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h30m

Yield 2 mdeium puddings, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup grated carrot
1 cup grated potato
1 cup flour, divided
1 cup sugar
1 cup fruit cake fruit
1/2 cup butter
1/2 teaspoon clove
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 egg
2 -3 tablespoons rum (optional) or 2 -3 tablespoons brandy (optional)

Steps:

  • Sprinkle a tablespoon of flour over fruit & mix, set aside.
  • Grate carrot & potato, set aside.
  • Cream sugar & butter, add egg & beat.
  • Add carrot & 1/2 of potato.
  • Mix well & add remaining flour & spices.
  • Dissolve baking soda in remaining 1/2 of potato.
  • Add to pudding & mix lightly.
  • Add floured fruit & mix lightly.
  • Add rum or brandy if using.
  • Pour into large buttered pudding bowl.
  • Cover with greased parchment or waxed paper.
  • Cover with clean cotton cloth, tied down.
  • This recipe makes 1 large & 1 small pudding. You can make 2 medium puddings.
  • Steam on stovetop for three hours, watching water level.
  • Water should not come more than halfway up the bowl.
  • At this point you can either serve it, refrigerate for a few days or put in the freezer.
  • I try to make mine about a month ahead, put in the freezer, take it out the day before you want it, thaw in fridge.
  • Steam for one hour before serving.
  • Serve with egg nog sauce, or your favorite hard sauce.

OLD FASHIONED CARROT PUDDING



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I received this recipe about 40 years ago from a friend who said it had been in her family for generations. It comes out wonderfully moist and flavorful. I have given it as Christmas gifts many times and it's always very well received.

Provided by Carol Shorter Hicks

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     UK and Ireland     English

Time 4h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 18

½ cup shortening
1 cup white sugar
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup grated carrots
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped walnuts
¾ cup white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons cornstarch
1 pinch salt
1 ¼ cups hot water
3 ½ teaspoons butter
3 ½ teaspoons lemon juice
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and 1 cup of sugar until light and fluffy. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves; stir into the creamed mixture until well blended. The mixture will be dry. Stir in the carrots, raisins and chopped walnuts. Pour into a well-greased pudding mold or coffee can. Cover the top with aluminum foil.
  • Place the pudding mold into a large kettle or Dutch oven filled with 2 inches of water. Cover the pan, and bring to a simmer. Allow the pudding to steam for 4 to 4 1/2 hours over low heat. Remove from the mold. Serve with warm lemon sauce.
  • To make the lemon sauce, mix together 3/4 cup of sugar, cornstarch and salt in a saucepan. Stir in hot water, butter, lemon juice and vanilla. Cook over medium heat until thickened. Serve warm over the pudding.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.1 calories, Carbohydrate 55.3 g, Cholesterol 3.1 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 268.7 mg, Sugar 38.3 g

MOM'S FAMOUS CARROT PUDDING



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One of my mom's signature casserole dishes for Thanksgiving at our house was a carrot pudding, which could be served either as a side dish during the main meal or as part of dessert. Even when it isn't Thanksgiving this casserole is worth making because it's easy to make and very satisfying. Enjoy!

Provided by bstotter

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 casserole, 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs canned sliced carrots, drained
2 cups flour
1 cup light brown sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Mash the carrots in a separate bowl.
  • In another bowl, mix wet ingredients then add the mixture to the dry ingredients in a big mixing bowl. Add the mashed carrots and continue mixing until everything is fully incorporated.
  • Put the mixture in a greased, 2-quart baking dish. Bake for 1 hour. Best served right out of the oven or warmed up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 542.6, Fat 30.3, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 105.8, Sodium 573, Carbohydrate 62, Fiber 4, Sugar 32, Protein 7.5

CARROT PUDDING



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This is a wonderful spice filled dessert that resembles plum pudding but is low in fat (unless you use the buttery sauce!). The buttery sauce is optional, the pudding is good with or without it!

Provided by Joyce Rehagen

Categories     Desserts     Custards and Pudding Recipes

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup grated carrots
1 cup peeled and shredded potatoes
1 cup white sugar
1 cup raisins
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground cloves
½ cup butter
½ cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine carrots, potatoes, sugar, raisins, flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, all spice, and ground cloves. Transfer mixture to a clean 1 pound coffee can. Secure wax paper over the top and place the filled can in a large pot with 2 to 3 inches of water. Cover the pot and bring the water to a simmer.
  • Steam the cake for 2 hours. Serve warm.
  • Buttery sauce: In a medium-size pot, combine butter or margarine, cream, sugar, and vanilla. Heat until the mixture is liquid. Spoon mixture over the warm carrot pudding to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 551.6 calories, Carbohydrate 93.8 g, Cholesterol 58.2 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 295.5 mg, Sugar 70.5 g

STEAMED CARROT PUDDING



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This recipe has been in my family for at least three generations, passed down from my Canadian grandmother. It's been a favorite wintertime dessert for us and always included for Easter dinner and other holiday meals. -Ann Searcey, Kettering, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 22

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup shredded peeled carrots
1 cup shredded uncooked peeled potatoes
1 cup each raisins, chopped dates and nuts
VANILLA SAUCE:
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups cold water
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Dash ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in the carrots, potatoes, raisins, dates and nuts. , Pour into a well-greased 6-cup pudding mold or metal gelatin mold. Cover with foil. Place on a rack in a stockpot. Add 1 in. of boiling water to stockpot; cover and boil gently for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, replacing water as needed. Let stand for 5 minutes before unmolding., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in water until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir in the butter, vanilla and nutmeg. Serve with warm pudding.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570 calories, Fat 28g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 760mg sodium, Carbohydrate 75g carbohydrate (49g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

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