What Kind Of Carrots Should I Use?
We like using fresh, full-sized carrots for this recipe. You can also use pre-cut baby carrots or frozen carrots. Whatever type of carrots you use, you’ll just want to make sure that they are all the same size. It helps to ensure that they cook evenly.
Troubleshooting: Why Are My Carrots Mushy?
If you keep a close eye on the cooking time, you shouldn’t end up with mushy carrots. That’s one of the reasons why we love to prepare our glazed carrots on the stovetop — they cook up fork tender every time! Be sure to pay close attention to how you cut and slice your veggies, as mentioned. They need to be relatively the same size so that they cook evenly.
Can Glazed Carrots Be Prepared Ahead Of Time?
There are a few different ways that you can prepare this honey glazed carrots recipe ahead of time. First, you can wash, peel, and slice the raw carrots, then store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days before you plan to cook them. Otherwise, you can prep and simmer the carrots until they are fork tender, then store them in the fridge for up to 2 days. Put them back in a pan with the butter, honey, and brown sugar for a few minutes just before serving.
What Pairs Well With Carrots?
This side dish is so versatile. Not only is it super easy to make glazed carrots on the stovetop (and much faster than roasting!), it’s a dish that goes with so many different meals. Here are some ideas to inspire you:
Oven roasted jerk chickenThe creamiest mashed potatoesMomma’s meatloafEasy cheesy rice pilafCrispy breaded pork chops
Storage and Reheating Instructions:
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for about 3 days. To reheat, warm on the stove as mentioned above or do so in the microwave. Simply reheat at 30-second intervals until the carrots are thoroughly warmed through. It shouldn’t take longer than a few minutes. If you like this recipe, you may be interested in these other delicious side dish recipes:
How To Cook Spaghetti SquashCreamiest Creamed CornTraditional Funeral PotatoesEasy Stovetop Mac and Cheese
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