Description
A super simple, buttery-sweet Thanksgiving carrot side dish that’s both festive and family-approved.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to boil.
- Add the carrots and cook for 8–10 minutes until just tender, then drain.
- In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Stir in brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Return the carrots to the pot and toss to coat in the glaze.
- Cook for 2–3 more minutes, stirring often, until glossy and caramelized.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
You can prep the carrots in advance and reheat with the glaze just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: thanksgiving, carrots, easy, side dish, holiday