Orange Glazed Carrots Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time10 MinCooking Time4 Hr 0 Min
Ready In4 Hr 10 MinDifficulty LevelMedium
Health IndexHealthyServings4
CuisineCourse
MethodMain Ingredient

Ingredients

 Baby carrots32 Ounce (2 Pounds)
 Packed brown sugar1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)
 Orange juice1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)
 Butter/Margarine3 Tablespoon
 Cinnamon3⁄4 Teaspoon
 Nutmeg1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Cornstarch2 Tablespoon
 Water1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 314 Calories from Fat 84

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 10 g14.8%

Saturated Fat 5.9 g29.6%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 24.2 mg8.1%

Sodium 187.2 mg7.8%

Total Carbohydrates 57 g19.1%

Dietary Fiber 7.3 g29.1%

Sugars 40.9 g

Protein 2 g3.7%

Vitamin A 632.4% Vitamin C 35.7%

Calcium 11.2% Iron 13.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

MAKING
1) In a slow cooker, combine together all the ingredients except for the water and cornstarch.
2) Cover the cooker and cook over low heat for 3 to 4 hours till the carrots are crisp and soft.
3) In a serving dish, put the carrots and keep them warm. Keep the cooking juices aside.
4) In a small saucepan, put the cooking juices and bring to a boil.
5) In a small bowl, mix the water and cornstarch till the ingredients have blended well.
6) Add the mixture to the juices and boil for about 1 minute or till the mixture has thickened. Keep stirring constantly.
7) Pour the mixture all over the cooked carrots.

SERVING
8) Serve immediately.
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