APRICOT-ORANGE GLAZED CARROTS

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Looking for an easy way to dress up cooked carrots, I hit on this delicious recipe. The fruity glaze complements the natural sweetness of the carrots. I've found this versatile side dish can be used with almost any meat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 medium carrots, sliced
1/2 cup dried apricots, sliced
1/2 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Place 1 in. of water in a large saucepan; add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 9-11 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and set aside. , In the same pan, combine the remaining ingredients; cook and stir until lightly thickened. Return carrots to the pan; stir until glazed and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 245mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

iftekhar nomun
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I'm not usually a fan of carrots, but this recipe changed my mind. The glaze is so good!


AUJ Tv
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy side dish.


Ibrahim sambo Bunxa
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I love that this recipe uses fresh ingredients. It really makes a difference in the flavor.


Abdullah Al Numan
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These carrots are a great way to add some sweetness and color to your meals.


Abebaw Tadese
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I will definitely be making this recipe again. It's so easy and the results are incredible.


Jean Tsosie
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This recipe is a keeper! The carrots are cooked perfectly and the glaze is amazing.


Martha Norris
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These carrots are so good! I love the combination of flavors and the glaze is to die for.


Melissa Gous
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a hit. I love that it's a healthy and delicious way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


Anil Acharya
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These carrots are the perfect side dish for any occasion. They're sweet, tangy, and so easy to make.


Majeed Bhai
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I made these carrots for Easter dinner and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe.


Jenna Kerry
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These carrots are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family. I love that I can use fresh or frozen carrots.


Evan ahmed Sojol
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I was skeptical about this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of carrots, but I was pleasantly surprised. The glaze really elevated the carrots and made them taste amazing.


Richard Korovin
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The carrots are always cooked perfectly and the glaze is divine.


Md Luda
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These carrots were a hit at my dinner party! They were so easy to make and had a delicious balance of sweet and tart flavors.