Ingredients
- 1 lb (about 450g) carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds or sticks
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (or honey/maple syrup for variation)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (optional)
- 1/4 cup water or orange juice (optional, for extra glaze and flavor)
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare carrots: Peel and slice the carrots into uniform pieces so they cook evenly.
- Cook carrots: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced carrots and stir to coat them with butter.
- Add sugar and seasoning: Sprinkle the brown sugar over the carrots. Add salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Add liquid: Pour in the water or orange juice if using. This helps create a nice glaze and softens the carrots.
- Simmer and glaze: Cover the skillet and cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the carrots are tender but not mushy. Remove the lid and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes to let the liquid reduce and glaze the carrots nicely.
- Finish and serve: Remove from heat. Optionally sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
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