GRAND MARNIER CARROTS

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The carrots can be served in hollowed out orange shells for a nice presentation. The recipe also says they may be prepared ahead and reheated although I have never done that. Prep time does not include the time to clean and cut the carrots.

Provided by Lvs2Cook

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs carrots, cleaned and cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup butter, plus
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup sugar
1 (12 ounce) jar orange marmalade
3/4 cup Grand Marnier, divided

Steps:

  • Combine carrots, water to cover, and salt in pan. Cover and cook over medium heat 25 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sugar and marmalade and simmer about 10 minutes or until sugar is melted. Stir in carrots and 1/2 cup Grand Marnier. Simmer, uncovered about 30 minutes or until carrots are shiny and candied. Add remaining Grand Marnier.
  • Sprinkle with nutmeg and serve in orange shells, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.3, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 309, Carbohydrate 64.1, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 55.7, Protein 1.3

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