Carrot Halva

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350F (180C).
2. 2
   Spread almonds and pistachio nuts in separate shallow baking pans and toast in oven for 5 to 10 minutes, turning once; remove and cool.
3. 3
   Heat butter in a saucepan.
4. 4
   Add carrots; cover and cook for 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Scald milk in another saucepan; add milk to carrots and cook for 40 minutes, stirring frequently, until milk is absorbed.
6. 6
   Add sugar and cook for an additional 10 minutes, stirring constantly.
7. 7
   Remove from heat.
8. 8
   Add almonds, and raisins if you're using them.
9. 9
   Spread carrot mixture on a large platter and shape into a mound; decorate surface with pistachio nuts.
10. 10
    Serve warm or at room temperature.