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Sweet Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots Recipe Easy Homemade with Fresh Thyme

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A quick and easy side dish featuring tender carrots glazed with a sweet brown sugar and butter mixture, enhanced by fresh thyme for a perfect balance of sweetness and earthiness.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (about 450 grams) carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
  • 2 tablespoons (about 28 grams) unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons (about 40 grams) packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper (optional)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) water or vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. Peel and slice 1 pound (450 grams) of carrots into 1/2-inch (1.3 cm) thick rounds or diagonals. Set aside.
  2. Place 2 tablespoons (28 grams) of unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat. Let it melt completely, swirling the pan gently to coat the surface. Butter should be bubbly but not browned.
  3. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons (40 grams) packed brown sugar evenly over the melted butter. Stir gently as the sugar dissolves and melts into a sticky syrup, smelling sweet and caramel-like.
  4. Add the sliced carrots to the pan, stirring to coat each piece in the brown sugar butter glaze. Pour in 1/4 cup (60 ml) water or vegetable broth to help steam and soften the carrots.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the pan, and cook the carrots for 8-10 minutes. Stir every 3 minutes, lifting the lid briefly to check tenderness. Carrots should be fork-tender but not mushy. As water evaporates, the sugar thickens into a sticky glaze.
  6. Remove lid, add 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of freshly ground black pepper. Stir well and cook uncovered for 2 more minutes to thicken glaze and infuse thyme aroma.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. If glaze is too thick or sticky, add a splash of water and stir to loosen. Serve warm, optionally garnished with a sprig of thyme.

Notes

Use fresh thyme for best flavor; dried thyme can be substituted at 1 teaspoon. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil or plant-based margarine. Avoid high heat to prevent burning the glaze. Stir frequently and add water as needed to maintain glaze consistency. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat gently on stovetop.

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