Quick Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
Quick Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots are a simple, sweet, and comforting side dish made with tender canned carrots coated in a buttery brown sugar glaze lightly spiced with cinnamon. Ready in minutes, they’re perfect for busy weeknights or festive holiday meals.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side Dish, Vegetables
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
3 (14.5 oz) cans sliced carrots, drained
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
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Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Stir in brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt until sugar dissolves and mixture becomes syrupy.
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Add drained carrots and toss to coat evenly in glaze.
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Cook 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until carrots are heated through and glaze thickens.
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Serve warm.
Notes
Substitute fresh or frozen carrots steamed until tender instead of canned.
Add orange juice or zest for a citrus twist.
Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or thyme for color and flavor.
Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth.
Toss with toasted pecans or walnuts for crunch.
