Bourbon and Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
These bourbon glazed carrots are the perfect side for a weekday dinner or Holiday feast! The addition of brown sugar and butter creates a silky smooth glaze and is the perfect way to enjoy carrots.
What type of bourbon to use?
While the alcohol burns off, the flavor of the bourbon remains. I tend to go with a rye bourbon or rye whiskey as I like the earthiness. However, any bourbon, whiskey or rum you enjoy drinking is what you should use.
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- 6-8 Carrots
- 1/4 cup Bourbon (substitute Rye whiskey)
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 3 tbsp Brown sugar
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 pinch Thyme
- Clean and cut the carrots
Thoroughly wash and scrub the carrots. Peel and cut into uniform slices.
- Simmer the carrots in butter
Over medium-low heat simmer the carrots in butter and salt. Let simmer for around 10 minutes or until the carrots are tender.
- Add the Bourbon and brown sugar
Remove the pan from the heat and add the bourbon. Bring back to the heat and cook for a couple minutes for the alcohol to burn off. Add the brown sugar and thyme.
- Finish the carrots
Cover the carrots with a lid and let cook for 5 minutes.
If the glaze looks too dry add some butter. If too wet remove the lid and let simmer to reduce and turn into a glaze.