Honey Glazed Carrots

Name: Honey Glazed Carrots
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs carrots, peeled and sliced; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 2 tbsp honey; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 1 tsp fresh thyme, leaves only; 1/4 cup water

Tender carrots cooked in a sweet honey and butter glaze with a hint of thyme. A simple, elegant side that pairs well with any roast.

25 minEasyServes 4130 cal/serving

AmericanSideStovetopVegetarianLow CarbHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

1.5 lbs carrots, peeled and sliced
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp honey
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
1 tsp fresh thyme, leaves only
1/4 cup water

Instructions

1

Peel and slice 1.5 lbs carrots on the diagonal into 1/4-inch thick pieces for even cooking.
2

Melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the carrots and toss to coat.
3

Add 1/4 cup water, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes until the carrots are just tender when pierced with a fork.
4

Remove the lid and increase heat to medium-high. Add 2 tbsp honey and stir to coat the carrots.
5

Cook uncovered for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has evaporated and the carrots are coated in a shiny glaze.
6

Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, then sprinkle with 1 tsp leaves only fresh thyme. Serve immediately.

Questions

Can I make Honey Glazed Carrots dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 2 tbsp unsalted butter. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How long does Honey Glazed Carrots keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Honey Glazed Carrots?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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