CARROTS AND PEARL ONIONS

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A touch of sugar gives this thyme-seasoned veggie side a slightly sweet flavor. Serve sprinkled with parsley. -Sharon Arendt Schaumburg, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups water
1/2 pound fresh pearl onions, peeled
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar, divided
1 pound carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 bay leaf
3 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add pearl onions; boil for 3 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water; peel. , In the same pan, cook onions in butter and 3/4 teaspoon sugar over medium heat until golden brown, stirring frequently. , Add the carrots, bacon, broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, pepper and remaining sugar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until carrots are tender. , Uncover; return to a boil. Cook until liquid is reduced by half. Discard bay leaf. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 590mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Aalaa Hubail
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This is a simple but delicious dish. I love the combination of carrots and pearl onions.


Naji Mouhcine
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover carrots and onions.


Tiona Johnson
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This dish is a great make-ahead side dish. I made it the night before and it was just as good the next day.


Katherine Bingham
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I'm not usually a fan of carrots, but this dish changed my mind. The carrots were so tender and flavorful.


hirusha lakshan
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet carrots and onions.


Anaeto Ogochukwu
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I added some chopped parsley to the dish for a bit of extra flavor. It was a great addition.


Issahaku Sherifdeen
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This dish was a great way to use up some leftover carrots and onions. It was easy to make and very tasty.


sana sattar
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The carrots and onions were perfectly cooked and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Sunday Good good
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I love how easy this dish is to make. I can throw it together in no time and it always turns out great.


Massom Jatti
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This is a great side dish for any meal. It's simple to make and always a hit.


Abraham Gebru
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The carrots and onions are perfectly tender and the sauce is delicious.


Mena Mena khatun
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These carrots and pearl onions were a hit at our dinner party! They were so flavorful and easy to make. I will definitely be making them again.