French Style Vichy Carrots

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Simple yet sophisticated, these French style Vichy carrots are tender, buttery sweet and absolutely delicious! Bring a French touch to your next gathering or holiday dinner with the best carrots you'll ever eat!

Prep Time15

Cook Time30

Total Time45

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: French

Servings: servings

Calories: 131.9kcal

Author: Priscilla Lawrence

Equipment

pot/high side skillet with lid
wooden spoon or spatula

Ingredients

1 ½ pound carrots about 8 carrots; peeled and sliced ⅛ to ¼-inch thick
2 tablespoons salted butter or unsalted
1 tablespoon white sugar
½ to 1 cup water
1 squeeze fresh lemon
salt to taste
black pepper to taste
1-2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley

Instructions

Peel and slice the carrots about ⅛-inch thick. Chop the parsley.
Heat up a skillet with high sides over medium low heat, add butter and sugar, melt everything stirring often.
Add the sliced carrots and stir them with a wooden spoon (or spatula) to coat them with the melted butter. Add the water (it doesn't have to cover the carrots fully). Cover and simmer for 5-6 minutes.
Uncover and simmer on medium low heat for 20-25 minutes, gently stirring a few times.
Once the carrots are tender when poked with a fork, sprinkle salt, pepper, and parsley, squeeze a little lemon. Stir gently and serve with side of choice. Enjoy!

Notes

*The nutritional values shown in this recipe are approximate for one suggested serving size using the ingredients listed but not including any optional items and may vary per actual preferred portion sizes.

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