Mouthwatering Glazed Carrots
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Mouthwatering Glazed Carrots
Description
This carrot recipe begins by simmering peeled carrot sticks in water until tender but not mushy. After the water evaporates, a mixture of salted butter, brown sugar, and honey is added to the pan where the carrots cook further, allowing the sugar to caramelize and glaze evenly. The final dish is fork tender with a rich and sweet coating balanced by a sprinkle of salt and black pepper to enhance the flavor profile.
The glaze clings to the carrots, giving them a vibrant, glossy appearance and a luxurious mouthfeel. This dish is best served warm as a side vegetable alongside roasted meats, poultry, or as part of a holiday meal. The sweetness highlights the natural sugars in carrots, making this a comforting and appealing vegetable preparation.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrot peeled and cut into 1/2 x 3 inch sticks
- 1/2 cup water
- 5 tablespoons butter salted
- 1/4 cup brown sugar firmly packed
- 1/4 cup honey
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add carrots and water to a saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then cover and cook for 3 minutes.
- Remove lid and cook uncovered until nearly all water is evaporated out, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add in butter, brown sugar, and honey. Stir to coat carrots and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes while continuously stirring carrots.
- Once carrots are fork tender and the sauce has caramelized, remove from heat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Let cool and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 208 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 208kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 20mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 168mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 506mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 28g | 56% |
| Vitamin A | 25495IU | 510% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 61mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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