Sherri's Special Carrots Plus
Brighten up your dinner table with "Sherri's Special Carrots Plus," a vibrant and flavorful side dish that transforms humble carrots into a showstopping delight. This recipe features tender carrot batons bathed in a luscious honey-orange glaze, enhanced with a hint of fresh thyme for a sophisticated herbaceous note. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, the dish strikes a perfect balance between sweet, citrusy, and savory flavors, with the buttery glaze clinging perfectly to each bite. Ideal for holidays, weeknight dinners, or any occasion, these glazed carrots are both crowd-pleasing and nutrient-packed. Serve warm and watch as they become an irresistible favorite on your table!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup water
Directions
Step 1
Wash and peel the carrots. Slice them into evenly-sized batons, approximately 2-3 inches in length.
Step 2
In a large skillet, add 1 cup of water and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced carrots and cover with a lid. Steam the carrots for 8-10 minutes, or until they are fork-tender but not mushy. Drain any remaining water and set the carrots aside.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to medium. In the same skillet, add the butter and let it melt completely.
Step 4
Stir in the honey, orange juice, and orange zest until the mixture is well combined and begins to bubble gently.
Step 5
Add the steamed carrots back to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the glaze.
Step 6
Sprinkle in the fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to incorporate the seasoning.
Step 7
Let the carrots cook in the glaze for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, so the glaze thickens and clings to the carrots.
Step 8
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Remove the skillet from the heat.
Step 9
Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving dish and garnish with additional fresh thyme if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (878.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 665.4 |
| Total Fat 37.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 93mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1540.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 88.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 61.9g | |
| Protein 5.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 202.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1733.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories