BUTTERY PEAS AND CARROTS

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This simple side dish is one you'll rely on often to serve with a variety of main courses. The hint of sugar brings out the vegetables' natural sweetness.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2-1/2 cups baby carrots, halved lengthwise
2 tablespoons butter
1-1/2 cups frozen peas
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon sugar
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

In a skillet, saute carrots in butter for 5 minutes. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein.