HONEY- GLAZED CARROTS WITH PECANS

HONEY- GLAZED CARROTS WITH PECANS image

Categories Healthy

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 C pecans, coarsely chopped
2 tbsp canola oil, divided
1/4 tsp salt, divided
1 tbsp butter
2 lb carrots, halved lengthwise and cut diagonally into 1/4" thick slices
1/2 tsp chili powder
2 tbsp honey

Steps:

1. Heat oven to 375°F. Toss pecans on rimmed baking sheet with 1 tablespoon of the oil and 1/8 teaspoon of the salt. Toast in oven about 5 minutes. 2. Warm butter and remaining 1 tablespoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrots, cover, and cook 12 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally. 3. Stir in chili powder and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cover and cook until carrots are tender, about 1 minute. Off heat, stir in honey. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper and serve with pecans sprinkled on top.