Glazed Orange Carrots

Glazed Orange Carrots, based on page 57 and 58 of Taste of Home Easter Recipe Cards, Yields 6-8 Servings

This is not a new recipe, I adapted it, but I thought I would post it because my children love it so much.

2 pounds fresh carrots, sliced (or 2 pounds - 2 bags - frozen crinkle cut carrots)

2 tablespoons butter

¼ cup thawed orange juice concentrate

4 tablespoons brown sugar

Cornstarch if needed

2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, if desired

If using fresh carrots -

1. Place in 1 inch of water in a saucepan; add sliced carrots. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 7-9 minutes or until crisp tender. Drain

2. Melt butter in large skillet; stir in orange juice concentrate and brown sugar. Add carrots and parsley. Stir to coat. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until glaze is thickened..

If using frozen carrots -

1. Place carrots in a microwave safe bowl and add about 1 cup water. Cover and cook in the microwave for 5 minutes or until tender.

2. Melt butter in large skillet; stir in orange juice concentrate and brown sugar. Add carrots and parsley. Stir to coat. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until glaze is thickened. Add a little cornstarch to achieve desired thickness.