Patrizia's Carrots

Okay, this is definitely one of the best ways to cook carrots.While I can't say that the proportions are exact (Patrizia doesn't measure her ingredients when she makes it) you should be able to figure it out with your eyes.

Serves 4

2 lbs. carrots (cleaned, peeled and sliced)
1/2 cup olive oil
3 cloves garlic
1 tbs. butter
1 tsp. cayenne 
1/3 cup milk
2 tbs. water
8 basil leaves

Preparation:

1. Cook the carrot slices in a pan with the olive oil, garlic and butter until the carrots are about half cooked (maybe 10 minutes or so).
2. Add the cayenne, milk, water and basil leaves and simmer until the carrots are cooked but not mushy.