Carrots with Cognac
Elevate your side-dish game with these luxurious Carrots with Cognac! This recipe transforms humble carrots into a rich, flavorful centerpiece, combining their natural sweetness with a buttery glaze enhanced by the bold sophistication of cognac. Gently simmered with brown sugar, a hint of salt and pepper, and finished with a quick flambée-inspired reduction, these tender carrots are infused with deep, caramelized notes. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this dish is perfect for special occasions or when you want to impress guests with minimal effort. Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of elegance, and serve as the ultimate pairing for roasts, poultry, or holiday feasts. Try this unique twist on glazed carrots to add an indulgent flair to your next meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons cognac
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 120 milliliters water
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the carrots and cut them into evenly sized slices, about 1/4-inch thick. For smaller or baby carrots, you can leave them whole.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the sliced carrots to the pan and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften slightly.
Add the water, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper to the pan. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Cover the pan with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are tender and the liquid has mostly evaporated.
Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high. Stir in the cognac and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off and the sauce to thicken into a glaze.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper as desired.
Remove from heat and transfer the carrots to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if using, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
547 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.2 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1536 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.2 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.9 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 1628 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
