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michael symon glazed carrots

Michael Symon Glazed Carrots Recipe

This dish is a perfect blend of sweet and savory, and it’s incredibly easy to make.
You start by cooking the carrots in olive oil and butter until they’re tender.
Add brown sugar, pecans, and a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg for an irresistible finish.
The key to getting perfect glazed carrots is to cook them until the brown sugar has melted into a caramel-like coating.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Carrots peeled and sliced
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 3 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • Pinch of Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup Pecans chopped

Instructions

  • Peel and slice your carrots into even pieces.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter.
  • Add the carrots and a pinch of salt to the skillet.
  • Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the brown sugar, water, and chopped pecans to the carrots.
  • Stir to mix everything well.
  • Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low.
  • Let it simmer for about 6 minutes.
  • Uncover and increase the heat to high.
  • Continue cooking and stirring until the water has evaporated and the carrots are soft.
  • Stir in the nutmeg and adjust the seasoning with more salt if needed.