A circle is inscribed in an equilateral triangle of side 24 cm, touching its sides. What is the area of the remaining portion of the triangle?

A

$$144\surd{3} - 48 \pi  cm^{2}$$

B

$$121\surd{3} - 36 \pi  cm^{2}$$

C

$$144\surd{3} - 36 \pi  cm^{2}$$

D

$$121\surd{3}- 48 \pi  cm^{2}$$