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Spiced Carrots

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Though the spices in these carrots hint at North Africa, this dish will fit in well with a traditional North American meal.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    30 min

  • Yield

    Makes 6 side-dish servings

Ingredients

2 lb medium carrots (about 12)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 cup water
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Quarter carrots lengthwise, then cut into 2 1/2-inch pieces.

    Step 2

    Heat butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then sauté carrots, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Add brown sugar, stirring until sugar is melted. Stir in water, lemon juice, salt, cinnamon, and cayenne and simmer, covered, until carrots are tender and liquid is reduced to a glaze, 8 to 10 minutes.

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