SIMPLE MAPLE-GLAZED CARROTS

Simple Maple-Glazed Carrots image

Carrots are my favorite vegetable, so I'm always searching for different ways to prepare them. This festive dish is quick to make and nicely complements the turkey.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

12 medium carrots, julienned
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2/3 cup orange juice
5 tablespoons maple syrup
5 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. of water and carrots to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, in another saucepan, combine the cornstarch and orange juice until smooth. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Drain carrots; transfer to a serving bowl. Pour glaze over carrots; gently stir to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 338mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.