Description
Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots are a simple, flavorful side dish where tender carrots are coated in a rich, caramel-like glaze made from butter and brown sugar. Quick to make, this dish is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
2 lbs Carrots, washed and peeled
½ cup Brown Sugar
¼ cup Butter
½ tsp Salt
1 ½ cups Water
Instructions
- Cut carrots into ½-inch thick slices and place them in a large skillet.
- Add water to the skillet, cover, and simmer over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes, until the carrots are tender.
- Drain any remaining water from the skillet.
- Stir in brown sugar, butter, and salt, mixing gently to coat the carrots with the glaze.
- Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until the glaze thickens. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Add a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger for a warm, spiced version.
- For a vegan version, use coconut oil or a plant-based butter alternative.
- Top with toasted nuts like pecans or slivered almonds for extra crunch and flavor.
- Ensure to drain any excess water before glazing to prevent a watery sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the recipe
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
