Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots Delightful and Easy Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound baby carrots
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 quarter cup brown sugar
• 1 quarter teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 quarter teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 quarter teaspoon cayenne pepper
• to taste salt salt
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Prepare the Carrots: If using regular carrots, peel and cut them into sticks resembling baby carrots. Rinse and pat dry.
2. Cook the Carrots: In a large saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the carrots and cook for about 5 minutes until just tender. Drain and set aside.
3. Make the Glaze: In the same saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, and a pinch of salt. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly until the mixture starts to bubble.
4. Glaze the Carrots: Add the cooked carrots back into the saucepan. Toss the carrots in the brown sugar mixture until they are well-coated. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze is thick and sticky.
5. Serve: Once the carrots are fully glazed and caramelized, remove from heat. Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.