Divine Carrots
Transform your weeknight dinner into something extraordinary with "Divine Carrots," a simple yet luxurious side dish that’s bursting with sweet and savory flavors. Featuring tender slices of carrots coated in a glossy glaze of honey, brown sugar, and buttery goodness, this recipe is a showstopper on any table. The carrots are gently steamed to perfection before being caramelized in a rich sauce, creating the ultimate balance of sweetness and warmth, enhanced by just the right touch of salt and pepper. Ready in under 30 minutes, this delightful dish is as impressive as it is easy to make. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, "Divine Carrots" is perfect for everything from holiday feasts to everyday meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large carrots
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
Peel the carrots and slice them diagonally into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
In a large, nonstick skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the carrots to the skillet and stir to coat them with the melted butter.
Pour in the water, cover the skillet with a lid, and let the carrots steam for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly tender.
Remove the lid and stir in the honey, brown sugar, salt, and ground black pepper.
Cook uncovered over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, for another 8-10 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and the sauce has thickened to a glaze.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper if desired.
Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if using.
Serve warm and enjoy this flavorful side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
166 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.9 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 23 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 322 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.2 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.8 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 380 mg | 8% | |
*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.
