Warm Honey-Glazed Carrots

Tender baby carrots are tossed in a golden glaze of local honey and a touch of butter, then roasted until they are sweet and caramelized. This simple yet elegant side dish highlights the natural flavors of the garden harvest with a bright, sun-kissed finish. It is a colorful, vitamin-A-packed addition to any festive plate that appeals to both children and adults.

Prep 8 minCook 22 minTotal 30 minUpdated Jul 3, 202630 minVegetarianGluten Free

Tender baby carrots are tossed in a golden glaze of local honey and a touch of butter, then roasted until they are sweet and caramelized. This simple yet elegant side dish highlights the natural flavors of the garden harvest with a bright, sun-kissed finish. It is a colorful, vitamin-A-packed addition to any festive plate that appeals to both children and adults.

Ingredients

  • 680 g Carrots
  • 14 tbsp Unsalted butter
  • 14 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
  • 120 ml Water
  • 60 ml Freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 10 tbsp Maple syrup or honey
  • 1.5 tsp Sea salt
  • 0.3 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp Fresh rosemary or thyme (chopped)
  • 14 cup Dried cranberries

Instructions

  1. Wash and peel the carrots, then cut into about one-inch chunks (use a cutter for shapes if you like)
  2. Melt the butter over medium-low heat, then add the olive oil
  3. Add the carrots and sauté for a few minutes
  4. Add the water, orange juice, maple syrup or honey, sea salt, and black pepper (add most of the herbs now, saving a little for garnish)
  5. Cover and simmer on low heat until the carrots are tender, stirring occasionally
  6. Uncover and raise to medium-high heat to reduce the liquid until thick and glazed, taking care not to scorch
  7. Turn off the heat, plate, and sprinkle with the remaining herbs and dried cranberries

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