Fresh and Sweet Cooked Carrots Recipe

If you are like me, you crave and love the taste of natural veggies. You certainly don’t have to be a vegetarian to appreciate the fresh flavors and textures. And even if you don’t “love” them, you can still enjoy them and be proud that you are eating things that nourish your body in healthy ways. Here is a recipe for simple, natural carrots enhanced with a bit of butter and brown sugar to enhance the totally fresh flavors. I know you will enjoy this cooked carrot recipe every time you prepare and eat it.

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What you will need:

  • fresh, whole carrots
  • 2 tbs butter
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt

What to do:

Peel carrots and cut off both ends with a sharp knife

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Cut carrots into slices as wide as 1/4 inch

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Heat water to boiling and add carrots

Boil for 8 – 12 minutes until both soft and firm

Drain in a colander and transfer to a bowl

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In a small bowl melt butter and stir in brown sugar and salt to make a paste

Add to carrots and toss until coated.

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Serve warm and enjoy!

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