CIDER-GLAZED CARROTS

Cider-Glazed Carrots image

To make your preparation time quicker, use packaged shredded carrots. Simply place all of the ingredients in the skillet and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Uncover and cook for 3 minutes or until sauce is thickened.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 cups julienned fresh carrots
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 cup apple cider or juice
3 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

In a large skillet, saute carrots in butter for 5 minutes. Add brown sugar. Cook and stir for 1 minute or until the sugar is dissolved. , Stir in the cider, water and mustard. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until carrots are crisp-tender. Uncover and cook 3 minutes longer. Stir to coat carrots with the glaze.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 126mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.