SLOW-COOKER GLAZED ROOT VEGETABLES

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Slow cooked root veggies glazed with honey and olive oil turn into a wonderful side dish.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 4h20m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 medium carrots, cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces
4 medium parsnips, peeled, cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces
2 medium red onions, cut into thin wedges
2 medium dark-orange sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces (3 cups)
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon olive oil
5 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, mix carrots, parsnips and onions. Top with sweet potatoes.
  • In small bowl, mix honey, oil, 2 teaspoons of the thyme, the salt and pepper. Pour over vegetables; stir to coat.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 to 5 hours or until vegetables are tender. Just before serving, add vinegar; stir gently. Sprinkle with the remaining 3 teaspoons thyme.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 25 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg

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