Carrots Glazed with Balsamic Vinegar and Butter

By jjadin

Carrots are sautéd in butter and then glazed in a sweet balsamic vinegar. Yum!

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
• 3 1/2 pounds peeled baby carrots or regular carrots, peeled, cut into 2-inch pieces, halved lengthwise
• 6 tablespoons sugar
• 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives

Preparation

Step 1

Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add carrots and sauté 5 minutes. Cover and cook until carrots are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally, about 7 minutes.

Stir in sugar and vinegar. Cook uncovered until carrots are tender and glazed, stirring frequently, about 12 minutes longer.

Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add chives and toss to blend. Transfer to bowl and serve.