CARROTS AND PEARL ONIONS

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A touch of sugar gives this thyme-seasoned veggie side a slightly sweet flavor. Serve sprinkled with parsley. -Sharon Arendt Schaumburg, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 cups water
1/2 pound fresh pearl onions, peeled
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar, divided
1 pound carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 bay leaf
3 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add pearl onions; boil for 3 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water; peel. , In the same pan, cook onions in butter and 3/4 teaspoon sugar over medium heat until golden brown, stirring frequently. , Add the carrots, bacon, broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, pepper and remaining sugar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until carrots are tender. , Uncover; return to a boil. Cook until liquid is reduced by half. Discard bay leaf. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 590mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges