Bourbon Glazed Carrots Side Dish

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Bourbon Glazed Carrots Side Dish.

1. Step 1

   To create deliciously glazed carrots, start by melting a generous pat of butter in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat.

2. Step 2

   As the butter begins to foam, add your prepared carrots along with a pinch of salt.

3. Step 3

   Stir them frequently, allowing the liquid to evaporate and the edges of the carrots to develop a lovely golden-brown color, which should take about 5 to 6 minutes.

4. Step 4

   Once the carrots are beautifully caramelized, reduce the heat to medium-low and carefully pour in some bourbon.

5. Step 5

   Let it simmer, stirring occasionally, until the bourbon has nearly evaporated, which will take around 2 minutes.

6. Step 6

   Next, sprinkle brown sugar over the carrots and continue cooking, stirring now and then, until the carrots are almost tender, about 5 more minutes.

7. Step 7

   For that perfect glaze, increase the heat back to medium-high and cook for an additional 15 to 30 seconds, just until the sauce thickens slightly.

8. Step 8

   Finally, season your glazed carrots with freshly ground black pepper and a dash of cayenne pepper to taste.

9. Step 9

   Transfer these vibrant, flavorful carrots to a serving dish and, if you like, garnish with fresh thyme leaves for an extra touch of elegance.

10. Step 10

    Enjoy this delightful side dish that’s sure to impress at any meal!.