Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) fresh carrots, sliced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the carrots until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in honey, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Add cooked carrots to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the glaze. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until glossy and heated through.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less honey.
- Use baby carrots for quick preparation.
- Perfect as a Thanksgiving or Christmas side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 160 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg