Name: Lemon-Glazed Carrots
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 pounds medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch diagonal slices; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Grated lemon zest, optional

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Lemon-Glazed Carrots

15 min6 servings

These lovely tangy carrots are a super vegetable side dish.—Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch diagonal slices

3 tablespoons butter

3 tablespoons brown sugar

3 tablespoons lemon juice

1/4 teaspoon salt

Grated lemon zest, optional

Instructions

1 Place 1 in. of water and carrots in a large skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until crisp-tender.

2 Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Add brown sugar, lemon juice and salt; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Drain carrots; add butter mixture and toss gently. If desired, garnish with lemon zest.