Glazed carrots are a classic side dish for special occasions. This recipe is so easy to put together, leaving your oven and stovetop free for other cooking creations.
—TASTE OF HOME TEST KITCHEN
PREP: 10 MIN. • COOK: 6 HOURS • MAKES: 6 SERVINGS
2 pounds fresh baby carrots
1/2 cup peach preserves
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
Toasted chopped pecans, optional
1. Place carrots in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Combine the preserves, brown sugar, butter, vanilla, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into preserve mixture. Pour over carrots.
2. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until tender. Stir carrots; sprinkle with pecans if desired.