Steamed Carrots with Honey and Lemon (American South)

Honey glazed carrots are easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. The carrots are cooked with herbs and then coated in a sweet honey-lemon glaze. Make them for holiday dinners or anytime you want a simple vegetable side dish.

1 lb carrots, peeled, thinly sliced into coins
¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
1 Tbsp. lemon juice, freshly squeezed
2 tsp. pure honey
½ tsp. lemon zest, freshly grated
2 Tbsp. butter
sea salt
black pepper, freshly ground

Place carrots in a steamer basket over boiling water. Cover saucepan and steam 7-8 minutes or until carrots are tender. Transfer carrots to a bowl. Toss with remaining ingredients. Salt and pepper to taste.

Paula’s grandmother’s note: Omit the cilantro and lemon zest and place in a blender to puree for a great baby food.

Makes 7 servings.