Dijon Creamed Carrots
Transform your side dish game with these luscious Dijon Creamed Carrots—a perfect blend of tender, buttery carrots and a velvety cream sauce infused with Dijon mustard and a hint of honey. In just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe marries rich, savory flavors with a touch of sweetness, making it an elegant addition to holiday spreads or weeknight dinners. The carrots are simmered until tender, then coated in a luxurious sauce of heavy cream, butter, and Dijon, creating a restaurant-quality dish that feels indulgent yet effortless. Topped with optional fresh parsley for a bright finishing touch, these creamy carrots are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Perfect for pairing with roasted chicken, grilled fish, or your favorite vegetarian mains!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the carrots and cut them into evenly sized rounds, about 1/4-inch thick.
Fill a medium-sized pot with water and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Add a pinch of salt to the boiling water.
Add the carrots to the boiling water and cook for 7-8 minutes, or until tender but still slightly firm. Drain the carrots and set them aside.
In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the heavy cream to the skillet and stir to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Whisk in the Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Add the cooked carrots to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly with the Dijon cream sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Transfer the creamed carrots to a serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
669 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.1 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.0 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 1589 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 21 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 113 mg | 2% | |
*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.
