Description
Elevate your meal with these irresistible Glazed Carrots with Brown Sugar and Thyme. Tender carrots are coated in a sweet, caramelized glaze infused with aromatic thyme, creating a perfect balance of flavors that delight the palate. This easy-to-make dish transforms humble ingredients into an impressive side, perfect for any occasion from family dinners to festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbling.
- Add the carrot pieces and sauté for about 5 minutes until slightly tender.
- Sprinkle in the brown sugar and thyme; stir until the sugar melts into a glaze.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and simmer for another 10-15 minutes until the carrots are tender yet still have a slight crunch.
- Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with extra thyme if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup cooked carrots (150g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg