Sweet Maple Glazed Carrots: 7 Minute Magic
Enjoy these sweet and tender maple glazed carrots, a simple yet elegant side dish perfect for any meal, especially holiday feasts. They are quick to prepare and sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced or cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place carrots in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
- Drain the carrots.
- Return carrots to the saucepan over low heat.
- Add butter, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Stir until butter is melted and carrots are well coated.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze is slightly thickened.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For a more vibrant color, use rainbow carrots.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon for extra warmth.
- A sprinkle of fresh parsley before serving adds a nice touch of green.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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