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Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots

Tender brown sugar-glazed carrots cooked over the stovetop in just 15 minutes! The carrots are simmered in a rich buttery brown sugar sauce until they're tender and nice, and then sprinkled with fresh chopped parsley. Perfect to accompany any meal, and makes a great side for your holiday dinner!
Author Diana
Servings 8 servings
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds carrots peeled and cut into ½-inch thick slices
  • 1 cup water
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley optional for garnish

Instructions

  • In a saucepan or pot with a lid, combine the sliced carrots, brown sugar, butter, salt, and water or vegetable stock.
  • Simmer covered for 10 minutes on low-medium heat until most of the liquid has evaporated and turned into a glaze.
  • Uncover, and cook for 3-5 more minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley if desired and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 278mg | Potassium: 372mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 19122IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg