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Honey glazed carrots for Thanksgiving

Honey Glazed Carrots for Thanksgiving: Sweet & Savory Delight

Elevate your Thanksgiving dinner with honey glazed carrots, a quick and nutritious side dish that adds vibrant color and flavor to your feast.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Carrots
  • 1 pound Fresh medium-sized carrots washed and peeled
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or margarine/olive oil for a dairy-free option
For the Sweet Glaze
  • 3 tablespoons Honey can substitute with maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Brown sugar optional for lower sugar intake
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt use sea salt if possible
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper adjust to taste

Equipment

  • medium pot
  • Saucepan
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by washing and peeling the fresh medium-sized carrots until smooth. Cut them into even one-inch pieces.
  2. In a medium pot, fill it with water and bring it to a rapid boil over high heat. Once boiling, carefully add the sliced carrots and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender but firm. Drain and let sit.
  3. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until bubbling. Stir in the honey and brown sugar, cooking for about 2-3 minutes until glossy and fragrant.
  4. Gently add the drained carrots to the glaze, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, and adding salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 184IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure carrots are cut uniformly for even cooking. You can make the dish ahead and refrigerate, reheating when ready to serve.

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