Orange-Ginger-Glazed Carrots

Ground ginger is more potent than fresh, so if you opt for the substitution, 1 tsp. will be plenty. Prep: 15 min., Cook: 35 min.

Yield: Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

• 1  (1-lb.) package baby carrots, thoroughly washed
• 1  teaspoon  grated orange rind
• 1/4  cup  fresh orange juice
• 2  teaspoons  butter
• 2  teaspoons  honey
• 1  to 3 tsp. freshly grated ginger*
• 1/4  teaspoon  salt
• 1/8  teaspoon  pepper

Preparation

1. Stir together all ingredients and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan over medium heat, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 30 to 35 minutes or until liquid evaporates and carrots are glazed.

*1 tsp. ground ginger may be substituted.

Nutritional Information

Calories:

50 (0.0% from fat)

Fat:

1.4g (sat 0.8g,mono 0.3g,poly 0.1g)

Protein:

0.6g

Carbohydrate:

9.4g

Fiber:

1.4g

Cholesterol:

3mg

Iron:

0.7mg

Sodium:

167mg

Calcium:

27mg