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A Little Burst of Winter Sunshine: Orange-Ginger Glazed Carrots

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There is nothing like bright colorful vegetables on a cold dreary winter day to bring a little sunshine in.

With fresh orange juice and grated ginger, these baby carrots are sure to brighten up even the most miserable day.

RECIPE:

Orange-Ginger Glazed Carrots

1 lb baby carrots (or medium carrots, peeled and sliced)
1 Tbs butter
1 orange, juiced (about 1/4 cup)
1/2 tsp fresh grated orange peel
1/2 tsp fresh grated ginger
2 Tbs brown sugar
1/4 tsp coarse kosher salt

Roast or steam carrots until tender. Set aside.

Melt butter in a saucepan. Add remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; boil 1 minute. Stir in carrots and cook for 2 minutes.

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