Best Sweet N Tender Carrots Recipes

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SWEET 'N' TANGY CARROTS



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With an irresistible brown sugar-mustard sauce, these simple simmered carrots bring bright flavor and color to the table. -Paula Zsiray, Logan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds carrots, sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place 1 in. of water, carrots and salt in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain., Return carrots to pan; add the brown sugar, butter, mustard and pepper. Cook and stir over low heat until well coated. Sprinkle with parsley. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 257mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SWEET CARROTS



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Here's a flavorful way to dress up carrots without a lot of fuss. Simply steam the good-for-you veggies, then season with butter, brown sugar, vinegar and a sprinkling of chives. The carrots are not only colorful, but they're tasty, too. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1-1/2 cups baby carrots
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon butter
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons minced chives

Steps:

  • Place carrots in a steamer basket. Place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Cover and steam until tender, 5-8 minutes. Transfer carrots to a large bowl. Add the brown sugar, butter, vinegar and salt; toss until butter is melted and carrots are coated. Sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 247mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SWEET-AND-SOUR CARROTS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Halve 1 pound carrots lengthwise and cut into 3-inch pieces; steam until tender, about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, simmer 2 tablespoons cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 teaspoons sugar, 1 smashed garlic clove and a pinch of salt until syrupy, about 3 minutes. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes. Season the carrots with salt and drizzle with the sweet-and-sour sauce. Top with chopped parsley.

SWEET BABY CARROTS



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Honey, butter, and brown sugar make these baby carrots irresistible! It may not be the most nutritious recipe, but the carrots turn out so yummy, you won't care!

Provided by Lisa Altmiller

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Carrots

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (16 ounce) package baby carrots
½ cup butter
3 tablespoons honey
½ cup brown sugar

Steps:

  • Place the carrots into a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two.
  • Return the pot to the stove; reduce the heat to medium-low. Melt the butter in the pot. Stir in the honey and brown sugar; add the carrots and stir until evenly coated; cook another 5 minutes

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.7 calories, Carbohydrate 50.7 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 249.1 mg, Sugar 44.9 g

SWEET CANDIED CARROTS



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These tender, vibrant carrots have a buttery glaze and a mild sweetness. It's a simple dish, but it sure makes carrots seem special.-P Lauren Fay-Neri, Syracuse, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds carrots, cut into sticks
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • Place carrots in a large saucepan; add 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and set aside. , In the same pan, combine the butter, brown sugar, salt and pepper; cook and stir until butter is melted. Return carrots to the pan; cook and stir over medium heat for 5 minutes or until glazed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 174mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SWEET 'N' TANGY CARROTS



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Make and share this Sweet 'n' Tangy Carrots recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Courtly

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs carrots, sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place carrots in large saucepan; sprinkle with salt and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain well.
  • Return carrots to the pan; add brown sugar, butter, mustard and pepper. Cook and stir over low heat until well coated. Sprinkle with parsley. Serve with a slotted spoon.

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