Maple Butter Carrots Recipe

Summary

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Ingredients

 Carrot3 Cup (48 tbs), frozen, sliced
 Butter2 Tablespoon
 Maple syrup1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs)
 Lemon juice1 Teaspoon
 Salt1⁄2 Teaspoon

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 579 Calories from Fat 223

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 25 g39.1%

Saturated Fat 15.6 g77.9%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 64.5 mg21.5%

Sodium 1244.4 mg51.8%

Total Carbohydrates 90 g30%

Dietary Fiber 10.8 g43.1%

Sugars 65.2 g

Protein 4 g7.7%

Vitamin A 1298% Vitamin C 41.6%

Calcium 18.8% Iron 11.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Conventional method: In saucepan, bring small amount of water to boil; add carrots. Reduce heat to simmer and cook for 8 minutes or until tender; drain.
In saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in maple syrup, lemon juice and salt; bring to boil. Pour over carrots.
Microwave method: In microwaveable dish, cover and microwave carrots and 2 tbsp (25 ml) water at High for 9 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes; drain.
In 2-cup (500 ml) measure, microwave butter at High for 1 minute. Stir in maple syrup, lemon juice and salt; microwave until boiling. Pour over carrots.
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