Side Dish: United States – Orange-Glazed Carrots

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Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 5 min

Cook 10 min

Total 15 min

Ingredients

1 lb / 450 g carrots, sliced
2 tbsp (30 ml) butter
1 / 2 cup (120 ml) fresh orange juice
1 tbsp (15 ml) brown sugar
Zest of 1 orange
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Simmer carrots in salted water until just tender; drain and set aside.
2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add orange juice and brown sugar, and simmer until slightly reduced (3–4 minutes).
3. Add carrots and orange zest, stirring to coat; cook 2–3 minutes until glaze clings to carrots.
4. Season with salt and pepper and serve.