Maple Glazed Carrots

Servings: 8

• 1   pounds baby carrots
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• salt and ground black pepper to taste

1. freshly chopped parsley for garnish 
2. Place carrots into a pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. 
3. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. 
4. Drain and transfer carrots to a serving bowl. 
5. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. 
6. Stir maple syrup into melted butter and cook until warmed, 1 to 2 minutes. 
7. Pour over carrots and toss to coat; season with salt and ground black pepper.

Note

You can use honey instead of maple syrup if preferred.

Add 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon or a pinch of cayenne to the glaze for added flavor

Fresh thyme or rosemary are also great for garnishing the carrots.