Friday, April 6, 2012

Orange Glazed Carrots


Easter dinner wouldn't be the same without serving carrots.   This particular dish utilizes the flavors of spring through the use of baby carrots, freshly squeezed orange juice, cinnamon, brown sugar and honey.  It is that simple and your guest will thank you for serving a dish that will please the youngest palates at your table. 

Ingredients
1 Lbs Baby Carrots
1 Cup Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice
Zest from 1 Orange
1/2 Teaspoon Cinnamon
2 Tablespoons Butter
1/2 Cup Brown Sugar
2 Tablespoons Honey


Preparation
  1. In saute pan, on medium high heat melt butter
  2. Add sugar, fresh orange juice, cinnamon, honey and carrots
  3. Cook for 8-9 minutes until fork tender
  4. Remove carrots from liquid with slotted spoon allowing liquid to reduce and thicken (approximately 2 minutes) Watch the heat, don't allow to crystallize
  5. Add back carrots and orange zest
  6. Toss to blend ingredients, serve
Enjoy!

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