How to Make Honey Glazed Carrots

Cover with honey glazing to tempt your entire family.

If you can't get your kids to eat their veggies, try this recipe. Carrots with honey glazing make a delightful change. The sweetness of the carrots combined with the sweetness of the honey make a side dish that the entire family can enjoy. Ginger adds a layer of flavor to this dish that moves it beyond a simple, sweet dish. Use canned carrots if fresh carrots are not available. If using canned carrots, skip the step on boiling the carrots.

Things You'll Need

• 1 lb. baby carrots
• 1/4 cup butter (1/2 stick)
• 2 1/2 Tbsp. honey
• 1/8 tsp. ground ginger
• Saucepan
• Water
• 1/2 tsp. lemon juice
• Wooden spoon
• Large skillet

Instructions

1. Place carrots in a saucepan with enough water to just barely cover them.

2. Bring the water to a boil and cook until the carrots are tender, about five minutes.

3. Melt the butter in a large skillet. Add the honey and simmer, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon.

4. Add the lemon juice and ginger to the skillet and mix well.

5. Drain the carrots and add to skillet. Stir to coat the carrots thoroughly.

6. Cook for three minutes to allow the ingredients to blend.

Tips & Warnings

• you can use canned carrots if that is all you have available. If using canned, you can skip the boiling carrots step.

• If sharing this where diabetics could be present, label your dish to let everyone know the ingredients and that they are not just plain carrots.

References

• FoodNetwork.com; Honey Glazed Carrots; Sunny Anderson