Apricot Glazed Carrots With Nutmeg Orange Recipe

Ingredients for Apricot Glazed Carrots With Nutmeg Orange

• Carrot
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Apricot Preserves
• Fresh Orange Juice
• Orange Rind
• Ground Nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

How to Make Apricot Glazed Carrots With Nutmeg Orange

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Wash, peel, and slice carrots into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
3. Steam or boil carrots until tender-crisp, about 10-15 minutes. Drain well.
4. While carrots are cooking, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
5. Stir in apricot preserves until melted and smooth.
6. Add orange juice, orange zest, nutmeg, and salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
7. Add the cooked carrots to the skillet.
8. Gently toss the carrots in the glaze to coat evenly.
9. Serve immediately. Garnish with extra orange zest if desired.