Glazed Carrots
Tender carrots glazed in a buttery brown sugar sauce with a hint of honey and fresh thyme. A classic side dish that's both sweet and savory, perfect for weeknight dinners and holiday feasts.
⏱ 10 min prep · 20 min cook · easy
Method
- 1Sautéing
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until foaming. Add the carrots, brown sugar, honey, water, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- 2Simmering
Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until the carrots are tender when pierced with a fork, about 10 minutes.
⏲ 10 min
- 3Reducing
Uncover and increase heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring frequently, until the liquid reduces to a shiny glaze that coats the carrots, about 5 minutes. The carrots should be caramelized at the edges and the glaze should cling to them.
⏲ 5 min
- 4
Remove from heat and stir in the fresh thyme leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.