What's the best way to glaze carrots?

Cook the carrots until tender, then toss them in melted butter and brown sugar over medium heat until coated and glossy.

Why are my glazed carrots Recipe watery?

They may not have been drained fully before glazing. Always drain boiled carrots completely to prevent the sauce from thinning.

What kind of glaze is best for carrots?

A mix of butter and brown sugar gives a classic sweet-buttery taste. You can also add honey or maple syrup for variation.

What's the secret to perfectly cooked carrots?

Cook them just until fork-tender. Overcooking makes them mushy, while undercooking leaves them too firm to absorb the glaze.

Glazed Carrots Recipe | Simple & Delicious Holiday Favorite

Name: Glazed Carrots Recipe for a Perfect Christmas Dinner
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 pounds carrots peeled and sliced; ¼ cup butter; 2 to 4 tablespoons brown sugar light or dark to taste; ¼ to ½ teaspoon salt to taste; ⅛ teaspoon ground white pepper

Description

Sweet and buttery Glazed Carrots Recipe shine with a glossy finish and tender bite. They cook fast and pair beautifully with savory mains for Christmas dinner.

Ingredients

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2 pounds carrots peeled and sliced

¼ cup butter

2 to 4 tablespoons brown sugar light or dark to taste

¼ to ½ teaspoon salt to taste

⅛ teaspoon ground white pepper

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Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add peeled and evenly sliced carrots. Cook 8 to 10 minutes until fork tender yet not mushy. Drain very well.

2. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar salt and white pepper until the mixture looks smooth and silky.

3. Add drained carrots to the pan. Toss gently until evenly coated and glossy. Simmer 2 to 3 minutes so the glaze clings. Serve warm.

Notes

Use baby carrots if you prefer quicker prep.

Do not freeze. The texture turns mushy after thawing.

Refrigerate leftovers up to 4 days in an airtight container.

Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave until warm.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Christmas Dinner Recipes
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 of 6
Calories: 140