Glazed Carrots Recipe: Discover the Secret Twist Today!
A delicious and easy glazed carrots recipe that adds a sweet twist to your meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the sliced carrots and sauté for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the brown sugar, water, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover.
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.
- Remove the lid and cook for an additional 5 minutes to thicken the glaze.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- For a healthier option, you can reduce the amount of brown sugar.
- These glazed carrots pair well with roasted meats.
- Feel free to add a pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg