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Maple Bourbon Glazed Carrots Recipe

Kate Donahue
Maple Bourbon Glazed Carrots have a wonderful balance of flavors. A shining star on your holiday table.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 289 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tablespoons Butter Divided
  • 1 pound Carrot Peeled and sliced into circles
  • 1/4 cup Jim Beam Maple Bourbon Or 1/4 cup bourbon plus 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup Dark Brown Sugar Packed
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet, melt one tablespoon butter over high heat. Add carrots and cook for 2 minutes, stirring. Remove the carrots from the skillet and set aside.
  • To the hot skillet, add maple bourbon (or bourbon plus maple syrup, if using). Simmer for 1 minute, then reduce to medium heat.
  • Add remaining butter. Once butter has melted, add brown sugar and stir until melted. Add carrots back to the skillet, cover and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Uncover and continue cooking 5 minutes longer, until liquid is thickened and carrots are tender. Sprinkle with salt and stir to incorporate. Serve.
Keyword Bourbon, Carrots, Easy, Maple, Side Dishes, Sides to Share, Simmered, Thanksgiving, Vegetarian