Orange Glazed Carrots
- SERVES
- 4
- COOK TIME
- 13 Min
Orange Glazed Carrots are the perfect side to round out any meal. Both healthy and hearty, you can't go wrong.
What You'll Need
- 2 (9-ounce) packages frozen whole baby carrots
- 2 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup orange juice
What to Do
- Cook carrots according to package directions, omitting salt; drain carrots and set aside.
- Combine brown sugar and remaining 4 ingredients in a saucepan, stirring until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Add carrots, and cook 2 more minutes. Serve warm.
Notes
Bet you didn't know that cooked carrots are better for us than raw carrots. Cooking them unleashes more beta carotene, which is a form of vitamin A that appears to help reduce the risk of cancer.
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