Whiskey Glazed Carrots

By Texaschef11

Ingredients

• 2-3 lbs. carrots, peeled and cut into thick slices
• 4 tbsp. unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup Jack Daniels (or other whiskey)
• 2/3 to 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 to 1 tsp. salt
• Freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

n a large skillet or pot with a lid, heat the butter over medium-high heat until melted. Add half of the carrots to the pan and cook briefly just to sear, 60-90 seconds. Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining carrots. Set aside.

Very carefully add the whiskey to the pan and allow to evaporate for about 30 seconds. Reduce the heat to medium. Sprinkle the brown sugar into the pan and stir. Mix in the carrots, stir well, and cover. Cook for 5 minutes.

Remove the lid and season with salt and pepper. Cover once more and continue cooking until the carrots are fork-tender and the glaze has thickened, about 5-10 minutes more. Transfer to a serving platter and top with minced fresh herbs, if desired, for extra color. Serve immediately.