Maple-Pecan Carrots Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup water
- Dash salt
- 4 cups sliced fresh carrots
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 3 tablespoons maple-flavored syrup
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans*
Directions:
- In medium saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Add carrots; cover and cook over medium heat for 12 to 15 minutes or until carrots are tender. Drain; cover to keep warm.
- Melt butter in same saucepan over low heat. Stir in syrup. Add carrots; cook until carrots are well glazed, stirring constantly. Serve topped with pecans.
- Makes 6 (1/2-cup) servings.
- Tip: If desired, pecans can be toasted. To toast, cook pecans in small nonstick saucepan over medium-high heat for 3 to 5 minutes or until browned, stirring constantly.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle carrots with a little nutmeg or cinnamon just before serving.