CANDIED CARROTS DISH

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Tender sliced carrots are draped in a maple syrup and lemon juice glaze that makes this side dish a standout. "It's great to find a recipe like this one that my entire family enjoys, whether they are watching their calories or not," says Ruby Williams of Bogalusa, Louisiana.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 cups sliced carrots
3 tablespoons reduced-calorie pancake syrup
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper

Steps:

Place 1 in. of water in a large saucepan; add carrots, Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 7-9 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain., Stir in the remaining ingredients. Simmer, uncovered, until most of the liquid has evaporated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 286mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges