Description
Candied Carrots are a delicious side dish that is incredibly easy to make. Just boil the carrots until tender, then sweeten them with a brown sugar mixture before serving them on your holiday table. It's really that simple!
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/2 inch pieces
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Place carrots in a large pot and cover with water to cover the carrots by about an inch. Heat over high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until tender, about 6-8 minutes. Drain well and place the carrots back in the pot.
- In the same pot, add butter, sugar, cinnamon, salt and pepper. Stir well and cook until the butter and sugar has melted and the carrots are coated in the glaze, about 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
How to store: Store leftover candied carrots in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
How to reheat: Either microwave the leftover carrots for a few minutes or bake them in a 350 degree F oven for 8-10 minutes until fully warmed.
How to freeze: Place your cooled leftovers in a freezer-safe container and freeze them for 2-3 months. Allow them to thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American