Bourbon Maple Glazed Carrots

Today I bring you the most delicious carrots in the history of mankind. At least I think so, and I think most of you would agree after you’ve taken a bite of one of these scrumptious little devils. First of all, there’s bourbon. Second of all, there’s maple syrup. Throw in some brown sugar, fresh herbs and just a sprinkling of salt and pepper and these bourbon maple glazed carrots have just leaped onto your Thanksgiving dinner table. Yes, they are that good. Are you sold yet?

THE RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

• 3/4 cup good-quality bourbon or whiskey
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• salt and black pepper
• 2 teaspoons chopped dill (plus more for garnish)
• 1 1/2 pounds carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/2 inch pieces

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a saute pan, add the bourbon. Cook over medium-high heat until the bourbon has reduced by half, about 10 minutes.
2. Add the butter, maple syrup, brown sugar, a sprinkle of salt and black pepper, chopped dill and carrots. Toss to combine.
3. Reduce the heat to medium to medium-low and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the carrots are tender but still have a nice snap.
4. Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh dill and serve immediately.
5. Enjoy!

This recipe and image adapted from: www.cookingandbeer.com

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