GINGER LIME CARROTS
Serves 8
3 pounds carrots, pared and sliced
3 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon lime zest
1 tablespoon grated ginger
Cooking Directions
Heat carrots, water and salt in large saucepan to boiling; reduce heat.
Simmer uncovered until carrots are crisp-tender, about 5-8 minutes.
Drain, return carrots to saucepan.
In small saucepan over low heat, heat and stir butter, honey, lime juice, zest and ginger until butter is melted and mixture blended.
Pour butter mixture over carrots; stir gently over low heat until carrots are glazed, about 2 minutes.
Serving Suggestions
These fresh-tasting carrots will become a family favorite.
Pair them with a baked ham or a pork roast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 130 calories; Protein 2 grams; Fat 4 grams; Sodium 550 milligrams; Cholesterol 10 milligrams; Saturated Fat 2 grams; Carbohydrates 22 grams; Fiber 4 grams
Recipe courtesy of National Pork Board.
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