Honey-Braised Carrots
This simple spring recipe showcases the flavor of robust, dark-hued honeys, such as buckwheat, chestnut, or thyme.
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If you like more tang, increase the amount of vinegar to 2 tablespoons.
Ingredients
- 6 large carrots, halved and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices (4 cups)
- 2 medium shallots, sliced into thin rings (1/4 cup)
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 Tbs. cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Preparation
1. Place carrots and shallots in nonstick skillet, and heat over medium heat. Cook 2 to 4 minutes, or until beginning to brown.
2. Stir in honey, and season with salt and pepper, if desired. Partially cover, and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook 15 minutes, or until carrots are tender. Uncover, stir in vinegar, and increase heat to medium-high.
3. Cook 2 minutes more. Stir in parsley, and serve.
Nutrition Information
- Calories 126
- Carbohydrate Content 33 g
- Cholesterol Content 0 mg
- Fat Content 1 g
- Fiber Content 3 g
- Protein Content 1 g
- Saturated Fat Content 1 g
- Sodium Content 62 mg
- Sugar Content 27 g