APPLE-GLAZED BABY CARROTS

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No need for sticky brown sugar and high-fat butter; let the natural, sweet taste of the carrots shine through. From American Diabetes Association.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme) @lazyme5909

Categories     Vegetables

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cup(s) baby carrots (about 1 1/2 8-oz bags)
1 tablespoon(s) lemon juice
1 tablespoon(s) low-calorie margarine
3 tablespoon(s) apple juice concentrate
2/3 cup(s) low-fat low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon(s) cinnamon
2 1-liter teaspoon(s) cornstarch (or arrowroot powder)
1 tablespoon(s) water

Steps:

  • In a steamer over 2 inches of boiling water, steam the carrots, covered, for 3 minutes. Sprinkle with lemon juice.
  • Melt the margarine in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the apple juice concentrate and cook until it melts. Add the broth and cinnamon and bring to a boil.
  • Mix together the cornstarch or arrowroot powder with the water. Add to the skillet, lower the heat, and cook until thickened. Add the carrots and toss well to coat.
  • Serving size: 1/2 cup. Exchanges Per Serving: 2 Vegetable. Nutrition Facts: Calories 61; Calories from Fat 12; Total Fat 1g; Saturated Fat 0g; Cholesterol 0mg; Sodium 77mg; Carbohydrate 12g; Dietary Fiber 2g; Sugars 7g; Protein 1g.

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