Simple Stovetop Honey Glazed Carrots

Side view, glazed carrots in speckled brown bowl with a vintage silver serving spoon.

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Simple Stovetop Honey Glazed Carrots

Who couldn't use another sweet and simple side dish in their back pocket? Honey glazed carrots are a sure bet - quick, frugal, tender, and tasty! Don't skip the cornstarch, and do be patient - a vigorous boil in the last five minutes is when the glaze really comes together.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Total Time 25

Servings

Calories 119kcal

Author Danielle Esposti

Equipment

2-quart Saucepan
1-Cup Measuring Cup

Ingredients

6 medium carrots peeled and sliced into ½” coins
1 cup water or chicken broth
½ teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons honey see Note 1
2 cloves garlic minced, optional; see Note 2
1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger optional; see Note 2
½ teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
ground pepper to taste
chopped fresh parsley to taste

Instructions

Prepare the carrots. Trim a half-inch from each end, peel away the skins, then slice on the diagonal into ½” coins.
Place the carrots into a 2-quart saucepan. Combine the water (or broth) and cornstarch in a measuring cup or jar; whisk until smooth, then pour over the carrots.
Add the butter, honey, and ½ teaspoon kosher salt. Turn the burner to high and bring the liquid to a simmer, tossing occasionally to help the butter and sweetener melt into the water. Once the butter melts, lower the heat to medium-low to maintain a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 12-15 minutes, or until the carrots just become tender; you should be able to insert the tip of a paring knife into the center of a carrot and meet just a little resistance.
Increase the heat to high and boil 5-6 minutes more, or until the glaze is thick and shiny.
Stir in the parsley, then taste for seasoning; adjust with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm, right away. See Note 3 for storage and reheating.

Notes

Note 1. Use honey, maple syrup, or brown sugar to sweeten the carrots. You may also use any combination of the two, such as one tablespoon of brown sugar and one tablespoon of honey.
Note 2. To add a more savory element, add garlic and/or ginger along with the butter in Step 3.
Note 3. Store leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge; reheat single portions in the microwave for 45-60 seconds, stirring halfway though. Reheat larger portions in a saucepan on the stove; simmer over medium low heat until warmed through

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