HONEY CARROTS

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This colorful dish has a wonderful combination of flavors. The tarragon and lemon add zest and the honey sweetens the carrots-a perfect balance. -Musette Colberg, Staten Island, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups julienned carrot
1 thin lemon zest strip
4-1/2 teaspoons honey
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon or 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the carrots, lemon zest, honey and salt; add just enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium heat. , Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 12-15 minutes or until carrots are tender. Drain; discard lemon peel. Stir in the lemon juice and seasonings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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