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Honey-Glazed Carrots: A Sweet and Easy Side Dish!

Honey-Glazed Carrots are a sweet and easy side dish that pairs well with any meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds baby carrots peeled and trimmed
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the baby carrots and cook for 5-7 minutes until just tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the honey, salt, black pepper, and ground cinnamon, stirring to combine.
  3. Add the cooked carrots back into the pot and toss them in the honey mixture until evenly coated.
  4. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are glazed and heated through.
  5. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 22g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the honey glaze.
  • Substitute maple syrup for honey for a different flavor profile.

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