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The Best Maple Bacon Carrots

Tender carrots glazed with real maple syrup and finished with crispy bacon for a sweet and smoky side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb carrots peeled and sliced
  • 6 slices bacon chopped
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 0.33 cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove and set aside.
  2. Add butter and carrots to the skillet, tossing to coat.
  3. Stir in garlic, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour in maple syrup and simmer covered until carrots are tender.
  5. Add bacon back in and cook uncovered until glaze thickens.

Notes

Use real maple syrup for best flavor.