Description
These Roasted Brown Butter Honey Garlic Carrots are a sweet and savory side dish that elevates simple carrots to a gourmet experience. The carrots are roasted to tender perfection in a rich brown butter, honey, and garlic glaze, creating a caramelized and flavorful vegetable dish.
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds large carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Brown the Butter: In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Whisk until frothy and browned.
- Add Honey and Garlic: Once butter is browned, add honey and garlic. Remove from heat.
- Prepare Carrots: Peel and cut carrots. In a large bowl, toss carrots with the brown butter mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast: Cover with foil and bake for 10 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 5-10 minutes, until tender and browned.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Monitor the butter closely while browning to prevent burning.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the glaze.
- You can use different types of honey for varied flavor profiles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 231 kcal
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 41mg
