Side Dish: United States – Brown Sugar-Glazed Carrots

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Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 15 min

Cook 5 min

Total 20 min

Ingredients

U.S. measurements first, metric equivalents in parentheses. Conversions are approximate; oz means weight ounces, not fluid ounces.

1 lb (450 g) carrots, cut into sticks or rounds
3 tbsp (45 ml) unsalted butter
3 tbsp (45 ml) packed brown sugar
Pinch of salt
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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1 lb / 450 g carrots, cut into sticks or rounds
3 tbsp (45 ml) unsalted butter
3 tbsp (45 ml) packed brown sugar
Pinch of salt
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Boil or steam carrots until fork-tender, then drain.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and stir in brown sugar until it dissolves and begins to bubble.
3. Add cooked carrots and toss to coat, sautéing 3–5 minutes until sugar becomes a glossy glaze and carrots are heated through.
4. Season with salt and pepper and serve.