Copycat Cheddar’s Carrots {Super Easy Copycat Recipe}
Description
These Cheddar’s-style glazed carrots are sweet, tender, and packed with flavor. Perfect as a side for weeknight dinners or holiday meals, they’re easy to make and taste just like the restaurant version.
Ingredients
- 1 pound baby carrots
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, optional
Instructions
- Peel and slice 1 pound baby carrots into 1/4-inch thick rounds or diagonals for even cooking.
- In a medium saucepan, add carrots and just enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium and simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly tender.
- Drain carrots and return to the pan. Add b3 tablespoons butter, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper and optional 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Stir gently over medium heat until butter melts and carrots are coated in a glossy glaze, about 3–5 minutes.
- Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy immediately. The carrots should be tender but still slightly firm, with a sweet, sticky glaze.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Spoon
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 168kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 451mgPotassium: 292mgFiber: 3gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 15901IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 52mgIron: 1mg