PEACH-GLAZED CARROTS

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My kids have no problem eating all their vegetables when this dish is on the table. These peach-sweetened carrots are a great companion to our Easter ham. -Christine Mohn, New Providence, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3-1/2 pounds medium carrots, sliced diagonally
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup peach preserves
1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Coarsely ground pepper, optional

Steps:

Place carrots in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Cook, covered, until tender, 5-8 minutes. Drain., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine butter, preserves, orange juice, salt and nutmeg. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until blended, 3-5 minutes. Pour over carrots; toss to coat. If desired, sprinkle with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 301mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.