CYNTHIA'S GLAZED CARROTS

Cynthia's Glazed Carrots image

Provided by Chef by Chance

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups carrots, sliced 1/4inch
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 cup brown sugar, plus
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 cup chicken stock
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup walnut pieces
1/4 cup unsalted butter, plus
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Steps:

In a nonstick skillet, combine the chicken stock, carrots, salt, and 1/4 cup brown sugar. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for about 5 minutes.
Uncover and simmer for another 2 minutes. Then stir in 1/4 cup butter and the remaining sugar. Cook on low heat, stirring occasionally for 3 minutes.
Remove from heat and add the lemon zest and juice, salt and pepper.
Meanwhilce, in a seperate skillet over low heat, melt 1 tbsp of butter and pour in the walnuts. Saute 8-10 minutes until toasted.
Combine the carrots and walnuts in a serving dish. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.3, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 26, Sodium 692.8, Carbohydrate 26.2, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 18.9, Protein 3.1