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Easy Candied Carrots

A simple and sweet side dish made by cooking carrots with butter, brown sugar, and honey that results in a glossy, flavorful glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 pounds baby carrots, or regular carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, thyme, and/or parsley, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place carrots and 1/2 cup water in a large skillet over medium high heat.
  2. Cook until water comes to a simmer.
  3. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring frequently, until the water has fully evaporated and the carrots are starting to soften.
Cooking
  1. Add the butter, brown sugar, and honey; stir to dissolve the sugars into the butter.
  2. Cook about 5 minutes longer, until the sauce reduces to a thick glaze and the carrots are fork tender.
  3. Season to taste with additional salt and black pepper.
  4. Garnish with freshly chopped herbs and toss to distribute the herbs evenly into the glaze.

Notes

Keep stirring when the sugar and butter are in the pan to keep the glaze smooth. If the carrots are thick, simmer a little longer with the lid on until they reach desired tenderness. Watch the pan closely when the water evaporates; the sauce can move from glossy to sticky quickly.