Glazed Carrots

Whip up these simply satisfying glazed carrots for a side dish that’s sure to impress! Covered in a delicious glaze of butter and brown sugar, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

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Carrots will become everyone’s favorite vegetable after they’ve had these flavorful glazed carrots! Carrots are coated in a delicious brown sugar and butter glaze, then cooked until they’re perfectly tender. With just 20 minutes and a few ingredients, you can have this satisfyingly sweet and delicious side dish on your table, ready to impress!

Glazed Carrots Ingredients 

You’ll need:

• 1 (1-pound) bag of baby carrots, or any sliced-up carrots
• ½ cup of butter
• ¼ cup of light or dark brown sugar
• salt and black pepper to taste
• parsley for garnish

Substitutions and Additions 

ROASTED CARROTS: You can also roast these delicious brown sugar glazed carrots by placing the carrots in a casserole dishing, adding butter and brown sugar, and baking at 350°F for about an hour and a half until the carrots are tender. 

SWEETENER: You can substitute the brown sugar in this recipe for another sweetener of your choice, like maple syrup, agave syrup, or honey. 

GARNISH: Add some extra flavor to this dish by swapping out parsley for another garnish, such as chopped thyme or rosemary.

How to Make This Glazed Carrots Recipe 

PRO TIP: If you’re using big carrots, you’ll need to cut them into smaller pieces before you begin. 

STEP ONE: Place the carrots, butter, and brown sugar, in a pan over medium heat. Stir the carrots occasionally to make sure that they don’t burn.

PRO TIP: The sugar in this recipe makes it easier to burn, so be sure to keep an eye on it, stirring occasionally, and slightly reduce the heat if need be. 

STEP TWO: Season with salt and pepper to taste once the liquid reduces, caramelizes, and has more of a glaze-like consistency. When the carrots are tender, remove them from the heat.

STEP THREE: Sprinkle on some chopped parsley for garnish.

How To Serve 

These brown sugar-glazed carrots are the perfect side for so many dishes. Serve them alongside roast beef, ham, chicken, or pork for a flavorful and satisfying meal. 

Storage 

IN THE FRIDGE: Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to five days.

IN THE FREEZER: These glazed carrots aren’t a good candidate for freezing as they will become mushy once thawed.

REHEATING INSTRUCTIONS: To reheat, place carrots in the microwave for 30 to 45 seconds or until warm.

These deliciously sweet glazed carrots are the perfect addition to any meal. They’re quick, easy, and oh-so-impressive for friends and family alike! 

FAQ:

Q? Can I make these glazed carrots ahead of time?

A: You can make this recipe ahead of time, but I recommend you cook the carrots slightly less than usual, so they’re tender but not mushy when you reheat them to serve. 

Q? Can I use canned carrots instead of fresh ones?

A: You can substitute canned carrots for fresh ones in this recipe. The cooking time will vary as canned carrots are already cooked.

Q? What do I serve with glazed carrots?

A: This recipe is tasty and versatile! You can serve it alongside chicken and pork chops on a busy weeknight or roast beef and turkey on the holidays. This recipe goes with everything!

Glazed Carrots

Whip up these simply satisfying glazed carrots for a side dish that’s sure to impress! Covered in a delicious glaze of butter and brown sugar, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

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Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 6

Ingredients

  

• 1 pound baby carrots or any sliced up carrots
• ½ cup butter
• ¼ cup light or dark brown sugar
• salt and pepper to taste
• parsley for garnish

Instructions

 

• Put carrots, brown sugar and butter in a pan over medium heat. Stir occasionally so they don’t burn.
• Once the liquid reduces and becomes like a glaze, season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve once they are tender.
• Sprinkle in some chopped parsley to garnish.

Notes

The baby carrots are small enough that you can put the whole carrots into the pan as is. If you are using larger carrots, cut them into smaller pieces.

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