Description
Sweet and tender Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots, cooked to perfection with a buttery brown sugar glaze that enhances the natural flavor of fresh carrots. This simple, quick side dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots
- 2 lbs Carrots, washed and peeled
Glaze
- ½ cup Brown Sugar
- ¼ cup Butter
- ½ tsp Salt
Other
- 1 ½ cup Water
Instructions
- Slice the carrots: Cut the peeled carrots into ½ inch thick slices to ensure even cooking and tender texture.
- Simmer: Place the sliced carrots in a large skillet, add 1 ½ cups of water, cover, and simmer over medium-high heat until the carrots become tender, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Drain: Remove the lid and carefully drain off any excess water remaining in the skillet to avoid a watery glaze.
- Add glaze: Stir in the brown sugar, butter, and salt into the skillet with the carrots. Cook uncovered for 4 to 5 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the glaze thickens and coats the carrots evenly.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the brown sugar glazed carrots warm as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- For an extra touch, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley before serving.
- Use baby carrots instead of sliced if you prefer a different texture and presentation.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of brown sugar according to taste.
- Ensure to simmer with the lid on for faster tenderizing of carrots.
- This recipe can be doubled easily for larger gatherings.
