No-fuss easy peasy carrots glazed with butter, brown sugar and cinnamon. These carrots are sweet, savory, and simply amazing!
Ingredients
2poundscarrots, halved lengthwise, tops reserved
2tablespoonsolive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
¼cupunsalted butter
¼cupbrown sugar, packed
Zest of 1 orange
1teaspoonmolasses
¼teaspoonground cinnamon
Pinchof ground nutmeg
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray. Place carrots in a single layer onto the prepared baking sheet. Add olive oil, salt and pepper, to taste. Gently toss to combine.
Place into oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until just tender.*
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, brown sugar, orange zest, molasses, cinnamon and nutmeg, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved and mixture is bubbly, about 4-5 minutes.
Reduce heat; stir in carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, until glazed and heated through, about 3-4 minutes.
Serve immediately, garnished with reserved tops, if desired.
Notes
*Cooking time will vary depending on the size and thickness of the carrots.