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Savory Honey Glazed Carrots with Thyme and Brown Butter

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A quick and easy side dish featuring carrots glazed with honey, fresh thyme, and nutty brown butter for a comforting and flavorful experience.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) carrots, peeled and cut into uniform sticks or rounds
  • 4 tablespoons (60 g) unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) honey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (about 3–4 sprigs), roughly chopped
  • ½ teaspoon (3 g) salt, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon (1 g) freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Peel and slice 1 pound (450 g) of carrots into uniform sticks or rounds, around ¼ to ½ inch thick. Set aside.
  2. In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons (60 g) of unsalted butter. Stir frequently as it foams and turns golden brown, releasing a nutty aroma (about 3-5 minutes). Watch closely to avoid burning.
  3. Carefully add the carrots to the brown butter. Toss well to coat. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften and develop a slight caramelized color on the edges.
  4. Drizzle 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of honey over the carrots, then sprinkle 1 tablespoon of fresh thyme leaves. Stir to combine, coating the carrots evenly. Continue cooking for another 5 minutes, letting the honey glaze thicken slightly.
  5. Sprinkle ½ teaspoon (3 g) salt and ¼ teaspoon (1 g) freshly ground black pepper. Stir well and taste, adjusting seasoning if needed.
  6. If using, add minced garlic during the honey step for a subtle savory note. For brightness, stir in 1 teaspoon lemon zest just before serving.
  7. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Serve warm.

Notes

Do not rush browning the butter to avoid burning; watch closely for a golden amber color and nutty aroma. Cut carrots uniformly for even cooking. If desired, add garlic during the honey step and lemon zest before serving for extra flavor. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat gently in a skillet.

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Keywords: honey glazed carrots, brown butter, thyme, easy side dish, savory carrots, quick recipe, healthy side, gluten-free, vegetarian

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