Description
This Glazed Carrots recipe combines sweet and savory flavors for a perfect side dish. With just a few ingredients, these tender, juicy carrots coated in a rich glaze will be the star of your meal.
Ingredients
- Carrots: 1 lb, peeled and cut
- Butter: 2 tablespoons
- Brown Sugar: 2 tablespoons
- Honey: 1 tablespoon
- Garlic: 1 clove, minced
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Pepper: 1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
- Peel and cut the carrots into even pieces.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the carrots and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the brown sugar, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to coat the carrots in the glaze.
- Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, allowing the glaze to thicken and the carrots to become tender.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For dairy-free, substitute butter with olive oil.
- If the glaze becomes too thick, add a splash of water to loosen it up.
- For a different flavor, try adding cinnamon or nutmeg to the glaze.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg