Maple-Glazed Carrots

By cprzybyl

Ingredients

• Braising carrots slowly in butter, rather than steaming or boiling them, brings out their natural sweetness. Maple syrup adds a delicate glaze and a rich flavor.
• 12 large carrots, peeled
• 8 tbsp. butter
• 1 ⁄4 cup maple syrup
• Fresh lemon juice
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tbsp. fresh thyme leaves

Preparation

Step 1

1. Cut carrots into 2" lengths, then halve or quarter the pieces lengthwise so that all the carrots are in equal-size strips.

2. Melt butter in a large heavy sautan over medium-low heat. Add carrots, cover, and braise, stirring occasionally, until carrots are fork-tender, 2030 minutes.

3.Increase heat to medium, and stir in syrup and a squeeze of lemon juice. Cook for 2 minutes, then season to taste with salt and pepper. Add thyme and mix well.