This is my favorite carrot recipe. Crisp-tender carrots have a citrusy sweet flavor that’s perfect for any special occasion.
—HEATHER CLEMMONS SUPPLY, NC
START TO FINISH: 30 MIN. • MAKES: 8 SERVINGS
2 pounds fresh baby carrots
2/3 cup orange marmalade
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1 teaspoon rum extract
1. In a large saucepan, place steamer basket over 1 in. of water. Place carrots in basket. Bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a low boil; steam, covered, 12-15 minutes or until carrots are crisp-tender.
2. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine marmalade, brown sugar and butter; cook and stir over medium heat until mixture is thickened and reduced to about 1/2 cup. Stir in pecans and rum extract.
3. Place carrots in a large bowl. Add the marmalade mixture and toss gently to coat.
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