Description
Elevate your dining experience with these Glazed Carrots, a delightful side dish that pairs beautifully with any meal. Featuring tender carrot coins beautifully coated in a rich glaze of brown sugar and butter, these carrots offer a perfect blend of sweetness and flavor. Whether for a festive gathering or a casual weeknight dinner, this recipe is quick, easy, and sure to please both kids and adults alike. Packed with vitamins and fiber, they are not just tasty but also nutritious. With just a handful of ingredients and simple preparation methods, you can create a vibrant dish that adds color and joy to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs carrots (peeled and cut into 1/2 inch thick slices)
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1 tablespoon chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Place the carrots in a large pan, adding 1 1/2 cups of water. Bring to a simmer.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes until the carrots are tender; drain any excess water.
- Add the butter, brown sugar, and salt to the pan, stirring to coat the carrots evenly.
- Continue cooking for an additional 4-5 minutes until a sauce has formed.
- Serve warm, garnished with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 3/4 cup (100g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg