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Glazed Carrots Recipe

Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tablespoon butter
  • 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into equal-sized pieces
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup whiskey (bourbon works great)
  • cup brown sugar
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 sprigs of fresh thyme leaves (optional for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Melt Butter: In a heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Cook Carrots: Add carrots, season with salt, and cook until they begin to brown, about 5-6 minutes.
  3. Add Whiskey: Reduce heat to medium-low, pour in whiskey, and cook until evaporated, about 2 minutes.
  4. Add Sugar: Sprinkle in brown sugar, cook until carrots are tender, about 5 minutes.
  5. Thicken Glaze: Raise heat to medium-high to thicken the glaze, about 15-30 seconds.
  6. Season and Serve: Season with cayenne and black pepper, garnish with thyme leaves.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 333mgFiber: 10gSugar: 23g

Notes

Pro Tips:
Cut carrots into uniform batons so they cook evenly and glaze beautifully. Use a combination of butter and brown sugar for rich flavor, and add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to enhance the natural sweetness. Don't stir too much while glazing—let them sit in the pan long enough to develop a caramelized exterior.
Storage & Meal Prep:
Glazed carrots can be made a few hours ahead and reheated gently on the stovetop. They keep refrigerated for up to 4 days. Reheat over low heat with an extra splash of butter to refresh the glaze.

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