Honey Glazed Carrots (Printable Version)
Tender carrots in a sweet honey-butter glaze, caramelized to glossy perfection. Quick 25-minute side dish for any meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced into sticks or rounds
→ Glaze
02 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
03 - 2 tbsp honey
04 - 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)
05 - 1/2 tsp salt
06 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Garnish (optional)
07 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
# Directions:
01 - Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the carrots and cook for 5–7 minutes until just tender. Drain well.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in honey, brown sugar (if using), salt, and black pepper until combined.
03 - Add the drained carrots to the skillet. Toss to coat and cook for another 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently, until carrots are glossy and caramelized.
04 - Transfer to a serving dish. Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.
# Expert Advice:
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- Ready in 25 minutes with ingredients you already have
- The natural sweetness of carrots meets honey for a flavor everyone loves
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- Do not skip parcooking or the carrots will stay crunchy in the middle
- Watch the honey glaze closely near the end because honey burns faster than sugar
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- A pinch of cinnamon or fresh thyme takes these carrots in a completely different direction
- Use olive oil instead of butter for a dairy free version that still tastes amazing