Glazed Carrots
Delight your holiday table with these perfectly glazed carrots, a classic side dish that brings together the natural sweetness of fresh carrots and a rich, buttery glaze. Enhanced with brown sugar and honey, this dish not only looks stunning but also offers a taste that will leave everyone craving more. Whether for Christmas or Thanksgiving, these vibrant carrots are an irresistible addition to any festive meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and peel the carrots, slicing them into uniform rounds or sticks.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the sliced carrots and sauté for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
- Stir in brown sugar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Lower the heat and cover the skillet; simmer for 10-15 minutes until the carrots are tender and coated in a glossy glaze.
- Toss gently before serving, optionally garnishing with fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg