Lemon-Glazed Carrots

Name: Lemon-Glazed Carrots
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 1-1/2 pounds medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch diagonal slices; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Grated lemon zest, optional

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 25 min. YIELD: 6 servings.

These lovely tangy carrots are a super vegetable side dish.—Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch diagonal slices
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
Grated lemon zest, optional

Directions

1. Place 1 in. of water and carrots in a large skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until crisp-tender.
2. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Add brown sugar, lemon juice and salt; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Drain carrots; add butter mixture and toss gently. If desired, garnish with lemon zest.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 127 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 199mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein.

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