Caramelized Carrots
Recipe from
Better Homes and Gardens
Loaded with vitamin A, this side dish recipe also boasts a caramelized sweet flavor. Make it a healthy side dish by skipping the cream sauce.

Servings:
Makes 8
Prep Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
42 mins
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Ingredients
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2 Tbsp.olive oilsee savings

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2 lb.whole small carrots, peeled, tops on, and halved lengthwisesee savings

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1/4 tsp.saltsee savings

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4 clovesgarlic, thinly slicedsee savings

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2/3 cupwhipping creamsee savings

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1/8 tsp.cayenne peppersee savings

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Snipped Italian (flat-leaf) parsleysee savings

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Directions
1.
In an extra-large skillet cook carrots, cut sides down, in hot oil. Sprinkle with salt. Cook, covered, for 10 minutes. Uncover. Turn carrots, add garlic. Cover and continue cooking for 10 minutes more or until carrots are tender and both sides are golden brown. During cooking, gently shake skillet occasionally to prevent carrots from sticking. Transfer carrots to serving plate, cover and keep warm.
2.
Add cream and cayenne pepper to skillet. Bring to boiling. Reduce heat; boil gently, uncovered, for 2 to 4 minutes until cream is slightly thickened. Pour over carrots. Serve immediately. Makes 8 (1/2-cup) servings.
Nutrition information
Per serving: Calories 146, Total Fat 11 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Cholesterol 27 mg, Sodium 160 mg, Carbohydrate 12 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 10%, Calcium 5%, Iron 2%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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