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Easy Honey Glazed Carrots Recipe

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This Easy Honey Glazed Carrots recipe features tender carrot slices cooked to perfection and coated in a luscious glaze made of honey, butter, and brown sugar. It’s a quick and simple side dish that offers a delightful balance of sweetness and richness, perfect for complementing a variety of main courses.

Ingredients

Scale

Carrots

  • 1 ½ pounds carrots, peeled and cut into ½ inch thick slices

Glaze

  • 1 ½ tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • ¼ cup butter
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Simmer Carrots: In a large saucepan, add the sliced carrots and enough water to cover them. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat and cook for 8-10 minutes until the carrots are fork-tender but still slightly firm.
  2. Drain and Add Glaze: Drain any excess water from the pan. Add honey, butter, brown sugar, and salt directly to the cooked carrots, stirring well to coat all pieces evenly.
  3. Cook Glazed Carrots: Continue cooking the carrot mixture over medium heat for an additional 4-5 minutes. Stir occasionally until the carrots are coated with a syrupy glaze, thickened and glossy.
  4. Serve: Remove the pan from heat. Optionally sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish. Serve the honey glazed carrots warm as a sweet and flavorful side dish.

Notes

  • The carrots should remain slightly firm after simmering to avoid becoming mushy in the glaze.
  • Maple syrup can be used as a vegan-friendly substitute for honey.
  • For added flavor, a pinch of ground cinnamon or ginger can be included in the glaze.
  • Garnishing with fresh herbs such as parsley or thyme enhances freshness and presentation.
  • Use unsalted butter if you want to better control the salt level in the dish.

Keywords: Honey Glazed Carrots, Sweet Carrot Side Dish, Easy Vegetable Recipe, Butter Glazed Carrots

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