Maple Glazed Carrots

These maple glazed carrots are so easy to make and the sweet, buttery glaze scented with maple syrup and thyme is absolutely delicious. A great side dish for pork chops or roast chicken and a welcome addition to your holiday table.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword glazed carrots, Maple glazed carrots, maple roasted carrots

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 144kcal

Author Alida Ryder

Ingredients

1 kg (2lb) baby carrots peeled
2 tbsp butter
4 tbsp maple syrup
2 tbsp brown sugar
3 sprigs fresh thyme
1 tsp salt

Instructions

Peel the carrots then add to a large pan or skillet. Pour in 3 cups of water and season with salt then place the pan over medium-high heat.
Cover with a lid then bring to a boil and allow to simmer for 10 minutes or until the carrots are fork tender and most of the water has evaporated.
Add the butter, brown sugar, maple syrup and thyme then toss the carrots, allowing them to caramelize for 5-7 minutes until glossy.
Remove from the heat and serve.

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