Bourbon-Glazed Carrots

Bourbon, Dijon mustard and brown sugar give this easy side dish impressive flavor. ...MORE+ LESS-

1/2

cup water

bag (1 lb) ready-to-eat baby-cut carrots

tablespoons butter

tablespoons packed brown sugar

1/3

cup bourbon

teaspoon lemon juice

1/2

teaspoon Dijon mustard

1/2

teaspoon salt

1/2

teaspoon pepper

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In 2-quart saucepan, heat water to boiling. Add carrots. Reduce heat. Cover; simmer 10 to 15 minutes or until tender. Drain.
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In 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat; stir in brown sugar until dissolved. Stir in bourbon, lemon juice, mustard, salt and pepper. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Add cooked carrots; toss to coat. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.