Brandy Glazed Carrots
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4.5
Brandy Glazed Carrots
Description
This recipe features baby carrots cooked by steaming in boiling water until just crisp-tender, preserving their texture and sweetness. The glaze is prepared by melting butter with honey, then adding brandy and boiling down until the sauce thickens and reduces to about half a cup. This creates a glossy, flavorful coating. The carrots are combined with the glaze, fresh parsley, salt, and pepper before heating through for a balanced blend of sweet, buttery, and slightly boozy notes.
The glazed carrots serve well as a side dish, pairing nicely with roasted or grilled meats, or as part of a holiday meal. The freshness of parsley garnishes the cooked carrots, adding a subtle herbaceous note and color contrast.
Leftover brandy glazed carrots can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. Reheat gently to maintain their texture and glaze consistency.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrot baby
- ½ cup butter unsalted
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup brandy
- ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- 1 tablespoon parsley fresh, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook carrots: In a large skillet, bring ½ inch of water to a boil. Add carrots, cover and cook until carrots are crisp-tender, about 7 to 9 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Make the glaze: In the same skillet, cook butter and honey over medium heat until butter is melted. Stir in the brandy and bring to a boil. Cook until the liquid is reduced to about ½ cup.
- Add carrots and finish dish: Add the carrots, parsley and season with salt and pepper. Heath through and serve.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Reheat gently to keep the glaze smooth and carrots tender without overcooking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 191 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 191kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 163mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 274mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 16030IU | 321% |
| Vitamin C | 3.5mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.5
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