Glazed Carrots
- 10m Prep Time
- 20m Cook Time
- 30m Ready In
Carrots are simmered in a buttery sugar glaze until tender, then finished with fresh herbs or grated cheese.
Let's Prepare
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Gather these ingredients — no prep needed yet.
- 1 pound carrots, sliced (leave whole if small)
- ½ cup water or stock
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- (1 teaspoon lemon juice)
- Chopped parsley, tarragon, dill, or chervil
- Grated Gruyère or Parmesan
Let's Cook
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Step 1.
Place in a medium saucepan: 1 pound carrots, sliced (leave whole if small); ½ cup water or stock; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons sugar; ¼ teaspoon salt; (1 teaspoon lemon juice)
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Step 2.
Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Uncover the pan, increase the heat, and boil off the liquid, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with: Chopped parsley, tarragon, dill, or chervil
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Step 3.
Or top with: Grated Gruyère or Parmesan