Method

• Cook rice as per packet instructions, set aside for later.
• In a large pot heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and saute for about 5 minutes, stirring regularly until soft and translucent. Add the grated carrots to the pot and cook for another 3 minutes
• Add the wine, crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt and pepper. Stir over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add the cooked rice and stir through.
• Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease baking dish with olive oil
• Fill each calamari tube about halfway with the rice mixture and place on baking dish. If you have any filling left over add it to the baking dish.
• Drizzle with olive oil and bake, covered, on the bottom rack of your oven for 30 minutes. Remove the cover and bake for an additional 15 minutes.