Sweet Glazed Carrots Recipe Kicks Carrots Up a Notch (3 Ingredients, 20 Minutes) Vegetables Side Dishes Holidays Gluten-free Low Sodium Recipes Farm to Table Recipe Budget Recipes Vegetarian

Kick your carrots up a notch with this easy glazed carrots recipe. The sugar helps the carrots caramelize, which adds depth of flavor to this family favorite. This easy carrot recipe will be one that's requested over and over again. Plus you get the health benefits of carrots.

All you need for this gluten-free carrot recipe is baby carrots, butter and granulated sugar. That's it! The low-sodium carrots are cooked in a little water with sugar until crispy-tender (not mushy!). Once the water has evaporated the carrots will take on a little color from the pan.

You can't lose with this sweet carrot side dish! Carrots are always a hit for dinner, and you can double the recipe for larger families. To add more flavor, you could add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg.

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 to 2 pounds baby carrots, cut in half lengthwise
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Here’s how to make it:

1. Melt butter in a large skillet. Add the carrots, sugar, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, about 2 minutes. (You don't have to peel carrots before cooking. But if you prefer, peel the carrots with a vegetable peeler.)
2. Add just enough water to cover. Turn heat up to high, cover and cook about 5 minutes. (Do not add too much water or carrots will be mushy.)
3. Uncover and continue to cook over medium-high heat until water evaporates, about 5 to 7 minutes. Continue to cook a few more minutes to allow carrots to caramelize and begin to slightly brown. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Sprinkle with chopped parsley, if desired. Store any leftover carrots in an airtight container in the fridge and reheat in the microwave.

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